Bus stop girl lured into park and raped

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The 16-year-old was on her way to a friend's home when she was approached by a man who persuaded her to go into the park. After her attacker fled, the girl managed to call for help and was taken to hospital.

The attack took place at about 1.25am on Friday 11 January in Kensington Road, outside the entrance to Kensington Palace, a short walk from the Royal Albert Hall.

Detectives say the man "compelled" the girl to go to the closed park, where he raped her and stole her money.

He then fled into Kensington High Street. His victim managed to get to a public phone and call a nightclub, where staff contacted police.

Investigating officer, acting Detective Superintendent Martin Johnson, said: "This was a particularly serious attack that has left the victim utterly traumatised. The victim was approached and assaulted as she waited for a bus between Victoria Road and De Vere Gardens. Because of the demeanour of the attacker, the victim felt compelled to go with him. At that time of the night it is very dark in the park."

An 18-year-old man is being quizzed by police. Anyone with any information should contact 020 7321 9434.

The incident comes as Home Secretary Jacqui Smith admitted she would feel unsafe walking around Kensington and Chelsea late at night.