Two held over rape and kidnap of young boy

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Police have described the investigation as "fast paced" and "complex"

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of the rape, false imprisonment and kidnap of a teenager in Cumbria.

The boy, aged under 16, was attacked in the area of Coombs Wood, Armathwaite, on 9 October, police said.

The men, aged 31 and 46, from Carlisle, were later released on bail while investigations continue.

Cumbria Police said it was a "complex investigation" and asked anyone who was in the area between 11:00 and 15:30 BST to contact the force.

Det Ch Insp John Graham-Cumming said: "The investigation has been fast paced and a vast number of lines of enquiry have been conducted, including the recent arrests.

"We appreciate the impact the investigation has had on the victim, their family and the local community."

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