Home / Crime and Justice / Weston Teenagers Charged in String of Rapes
Weston Teenagers Charged in String of Rapes
11 Jul
Summary
- Four teenagers face rape charges following a woman's alleged abduction.
- The incident reportedly occurred at a Weston-super-Mare property.
- All four accused are in custody awaiting court appearance.
Four teenagers have been charged with multiple offenses, including rape, sexual assault, false imprisonment, and assault causing actual bodily harm, in connection with an alleged abduction and rape of a woman in Weston-super-Mare. The incident is reported to have taken place on Sunday, June 21st, at a property in the seaside town.
Avon and Somerset Police's serious sexual offences investigation team, Operation Bluestone, led the inquiry. Tommy Campbell, 19, faces six counts of rape and other charges. Rio Welling, 18, is charged with two counts of rape and false imprisonment. Two 17-year-old boys also face rape and assault charges.
All four teenagers have been remanded in custody. They are set to appear at Taunton Magistrates' Court on July 11th. Detective Inspector Natalie Thatcher highlighted the progress made by the Crown Prosecution Service and assured the victim of continued support from specially trained officers. Police acknowledged local concern over recent arrests and thanked the public for their patience.
