Appeal for dashcam footage following rape of three-year-old girl on Isle of Wight
POLICE investigating the rape of a three-year-old girl on the Isle of Wight have appealed for anyone with dashcam footage from near the scene to come forward.
The assault happened in a wooded area of Fort Victoria Country Park shortly after 3pm on Monday.
A man in his 60s from the island has been arrested on suspicion of rape and remains in custody.
The suspect was not known to the family, according to Hampshire Constabulary.
Detective Chief Inspector Liam Davies said: ‘We are now keen to hear from anyone who drove into Fort Victoria Country Park, via Westhill Lane, between 11.30am and 4pm on 31 August, and has dashcam in their vehicle.
He added: ‘We have spoken to two dog walkers who interacted with the victim's mother on this day, but we know there were many other people around, including other dog walkers, who also spoke to the victim's mother.’
Anyone with information should call 101, quoting Operation July, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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