Two men have been arrested after a woman was raped on a high street in a South Yorkshire town centre in the early hours of the morning, police have confirmed.
The incident took place on Bank Street in Mexborough, Doncaster, at 2.09am on 2 May. South Yorkshire Police were called to reports of a rape and launched an investigation, arresting two men the following day. A 48-year-old man was detained on suspicion of rape and a 45-year-old man on suspicion of sexual assault. Both have since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Police have released descriptions of the two suspects. The first is described as a white man, approximately 5ft 10ins tall, of average build and bald. The second is described as a white man, around 6ft tall and of slim build.
Detective Chief Inspector Susannah Wagstaff said: “We know that news of this incident will cause concern in our local communities but I want to reassure you that we have a team of detectives working hard to progress this investigation. While officers conduct their enquiries, anyone who might have information about this incident is asked to contact us online or on 101, quoting incident number 85 of 2 May 2026.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact South Yorkshire Police online or by calling 101, quoting the reference number provided.
