Man arrested for attempted rape of teen in park
Police said the attempted rape happened at Gooseholme Park
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A man has been arrested on suspicion of raping a teenage girl in a park.
Cumbria Police said the alleged attack happened at Gooseholme Park, in Kendal, at about 00:30 BST on Sunday.
The 26-year-old, from the town, was arrested shortly after and has been released on bail while the investigation continues.
The 17-year-old victim was being supported by specialist officers, police said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the force.
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