Police have now charged a man with the rape of a woman in the early hours of Saturday morning in Bolton town centre

Police have now charged a man with the rape of a woman in the early hours of Saturday morning in Bolton town centre. He has been remanded in custody and will appear at Wigan Magistrates Court today.

Prashant Gurung,20 , of Manchester Road, Bolton, was arrested with three other males on Tuesday who have all been bailed whilst further enquiries are made.

Detective Inspector Stuart Woodhead, of GMP’s Bolton’s CID said: “Firstly, we are grateful to the victim for working closely with us in gathering essential evidence that has led to the arrest of the man responsible for carrying out this horrific crime.

“We are continuing our enquiries and reviewing the CCTV in the local area. We also encourage anyone that has information to contact our detectives on 0161 856 5757 quoting 598 17/09/22. You can also speak anonymously with the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.”

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