Arrest made after man reportedly raped behind town centre pub

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Police have made an arrest after a man was reportedly raped behind a pub in Bolton. The alleged incident happened in the early hours of this morning, Sunday, January 23, shortly before 4.30am.

An officer on patrol from Greater Manchester Police was later approached by the male who reported he had been the victim of the assault.

Police have since arrested a man in his 20s on suspicion of rape who remains in custody at this time. READ MOREBoy, 16, killed in Stretford stabbing named as tributes pour in The area, behind Deansgate, was taped off in the early hours of the morning as investigations were carried out, it has been reported.

The victim, who suffered physical injuries, is being supported by specialists currently. The investigation is ongoing but police have said they are not looking for anyone else at this time.