It is reported that at around 2am on Friday 22 April, the victim, a 19-year-old woman, was raped by an unknown man on the Trans Pennine Trail, off Bradberry Balk Lane. The offender is described as white and possibly in his 20s. PC Dan Morley, investigating, said: “This was an extremely concerning incident and the young woman involved has been left very distressed. “She is being supported by specially trained officers and an investigation is underway to trace the suspect.” PC Morley added: “As part of our enquiries we are eager to trace three individuals who we believe spoke to the victim near the Lidl store on Bradberry Balk Lane prior to this incident taking place. “They are believed to be a woman and two men, who were walking two large dogs. I’d urge these individuals to get in touch as we believe they may greatly assist us with our enquiries.” Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting incident number 627 of 23 April. Alternatively, you can stay completely anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling their UK Contact Centre on 0800 555 111.