Teenager arrested on suspicion of rape in Blackpool

The force were called to Queens Promenade on Saturday

Author: Grace O'HarePublished 22nd Sep 2025

Police in Lancashire have arrested a teenage boy on suspicion of rape.

The force were called to Queens Promenade in Blackpool on Saturday (20th September).

Officers attended and initially put a cordon in place.

Police say the victim is being supported by specially trained officers at this time.

In a statement Lancashire Police said: "Following enquiries, a 16-year-old boy from Fleetwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape.

"He remains in custody at this time.

"We are at the early stage of our enquiries and a dedicated team of officers has been assigned to this case."

Hear all the latest news from across the UK on the hour, every hour, on Greatest Hits Radio on DAB, smartspeaker, at greatesthitsradio.co.uk, and on the Rayo app.