Cloffocks car park in Workington where the alleged attack happened (Picture: Cumbria Times and Star)

Four teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of gang raping a 15-year-old schoolgirl.

Three 13-year-olds and a 14-year-old were arrested overnight and are currently facing questions from police.

Detectives are investigating rape allegations following an attack in Cloffocks, Workington.


A section of land was cordoned off while police investigate the rape (Picture: Caters)

Officers were seen combing the area (Picture: Caters)

All the boys are believed to be from the Cumbria town.

Police said: The offence is alleged to have occurred on a grassed area near Cloffocks car park in Workington at some time between 7pm and 7.20pm on Tuesday, 3 January, 2016.

‘Anyone with information about this incident who has yet to come forward is urged to call 101 quoting incident number 176 of 3 January 2016 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.’

Police want to hear from people who may have information about the rape (Picture: Caters)