Arrest after woman raped in park
The woman was found in a distressed state in Victoria Park
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A man has been arrested after a woman was raped in a park, police have confirmed.
The woman was found in a distressed state in Victoria Park, Taunton, by members of the public at about 05:00 BST on Saturday, Avon and Somerset Police said.
The arrest was made at an address in the town at about 18:30 on Sunday.
"Although an arrest has now been made, our investigation is really just beginning," said Det Sgt Wendy Fellowes.
"It's important now that people don't post speculation online which could affect any future prosecution," she added.
Anyone with any relevant information should contact police.
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