Refugees at a camp in Passau, Germany this summer

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The woman was abused at the centre in Kitzingen, Germany, which has become a hotbed for crime, according to reports.

After bravely coming forward she was examined by doctors who found signs of abuse, local media said.

Two refugees aged 38 and 52 have been arrested on suspicion of attacking the cleaner over a period of 10 days.