West Midlands Police have launched a thorough investigation after a woman was brutally raped in Birmingham city centre, with officers confirming one man has been taken into custody.
The terrifying assault occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning near Holloway Circus, an area adjacent to the city's vibrant Chinatown district. Police were alerted to the incident around 2:30 AM and immediately dispatched officers to the scene.
Swift Police Response Leads to Arrest
Following an intensive search of the area and review of available evidence, authorities arrested a suspect on suspicion of rape. The individual remains in police custody while detectives continue their enquiries.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police stated: "We've arrested a man after a woman was raped in Birmingham city centre. The incident happened near to Holloway Circus in the early hours of Tuesday morning. We were called at around 2.30am and a man was arrested a short time later on suspicion of rape. He remains in custody."
Support for Victims and Ongoing Investigation
Specialist trained officers are providing support to the victim as the investigation progresses. Police have cordoned off the area around Holloway Circus to conduct forensic examinations and gather additional evidence.
Detectives are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward, particularly those who may have been in the Holloway Circus or Chinatown areas between 2 AM and 3 AM on Tuesday morning. Witnesses or anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage are encouraged to contact West Midlands Police immediately.
The arrest highlights ongoing concerns about safety in city centre locations during late hours, with police reinforcing their commitment to tackling sexual violence and supporting victims through specialist investigation teams.
