Boy charged with kidnap and rape

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The alleged attack happened near St Mary's Church, Harrow-on-the-Hill, on Saturday evening

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A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the rape of a woman near Harrow School.

The teenager is also accused of kidnap and two counts of attempted robbery. He due to appear at Willesden Magistrates' Court later.

Met Police said officers were called just before midnight on Saturday to a report of rape near Church Hill, Harrow-on-the-Hill.

A force spokesperson said officers were not looking for anyone else in connection with the investigation.

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