A LAD aged just 13 was among three people arrested over the rape of a woman in her 30s.

The victim said she was attacked by a youngster in Folkestone town centre, Kent, in October with a second male also present.

Forensic officers were deployed to Folkestone, Kent, where a 30-year-old woman says she was raped Credit: SWNS:South West News Service

Kent Police held a 29-year-old man and the boy on suspicion of rape.

A woman, 23, was held for handbag theft. All three were bailed.

Detectives say that following a review of evidence they identified a man who provided assistance to the victim before leaving the scene.

He was described as black, around 5ft 10ins, and in his early 20s. It is believed he was wearing a green winter coat.

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Det Sgt Lewis Tompsett said: "There is no suggestion this man is in any way involved in the offence.

"But we know he helped the victim and therefore believe he may have important information that can help us progress with our inquiries.

"I would therefore encourage him to get in contact with us as soon as possible."

Police search the area in Folkestone Credit: SWNS:South West News Service