A MAN has been arrested after a woman was falsely imprisoned, poisoned and raped in a horror town centre attack.
The incident happened at a property in South Street, Leominster, on Thursday (September 4), and into the early hours of Friday (September 5).
A woman in her 50s was falsely imprisoned and raped, with a 50-year-old man detained on suspicion of rape, false imprisonment and administering a poisonous / noxious substance with intent to injure.
He has been released on bail as enquiries continue.
Police are keen to hear from anyone who can assist with enquiries, particularly anyone who may have seen anything suspicious on South Street on Thursday morning.
Detective Inspector Edward Jones said: “I understand that incidents such as this will bring huge concern to the local community, and we would like to reassure people that we are conducting a detailed investigation and that additional officers will remain in the area.
“A 50-year-old man was quickly arrested after we received the report.
“We would urge anyone who was in the area of South Street at around 9am-10am on Thursday, and who has any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem to get in touch.”
The man has been released on bail (stock image)[/caption]