Arrest made after report of rape in Sunderland's Mowbray Park
Northumbria Police received a report that a 28-year-old woman was raped in Mowbray Park, off Toward Road, yesterday.
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape and is in police custody.
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Hide AdA cordon is currently in place in the park while police continue their investigation.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "On Sunday, police received a report at 28-year-old woman had been raped in Mowbray Park, Sunderland.
"A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape and is currently in police custody.
"A cordon is in place while police carry out inquiries into the incident.
"Extra officers are carrying out patrols through the park."