Crime

Teen reports being raped at Lakebottom Park in Columbus

A 16-year-old told authorities she was raped Sunday afternoon at the Weracoba Park at 1505 Cherokee Ave., according to a report from the Columbus Police Department.

An officer was called to the Midtown Medical Center around 8 p.m. Sunday to speak with the teen about the incident. She stated that it occurred earlier that day between 5 and 5:30 p.m.

Authorities have yet to release further details concerning the incident or assailant. No arrest has been made in the case.

Sarah Robinson: 706-571-8622, @sarahR_92

This story was originally published March 20, 2017 at 11:54 AM with the headline "Teen reports being raped at Lakebottom Park in Columbus."

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