Teenager raped in Southampton park sex assault

Image source, Geograph/ Basher Eyre

Image caption, The attack took place in Houndwell Park

A teenage girl has been raped in a park in Southampton.

The 17-year-old was assaulted shortly after 10:00 GMT on Thursday in Houndwell Park, according to reports made to Hampshire Constabulary.

Officers are currently conducting inquiries at the scene and the area has been cordoned off.

The force said that the "investigation is in its very early stages and remains ongoing", and has appealed for any witnesses to come forward.