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Wantage Rape Arrest: Man Held After String of Attacks
31 Jan
Summary
- A man was arrested for rape and two sexual assaults in Wantage.
- Attacks occurred near Mably Way, Grove Road, Main Street and Mayfield Avenue.
- Police are increasing patrols and asking for public information.
A 39-year-old man from Wantage has been arrested in connection with a rape and two sexual assaults. The incidents took place in Wantage and the nearby village of Grove between January 21 and January 30, 2026. Thames Valley Police are increasing patrols in the area to provide visible reassurance and gather further information.
The rape occurred near Mably Way on Tuesday evening, when a man on a bicycle approached a woman in her late teens and attacked her before fleeing on a black bike. This follows a sexual assault on Main Street on January 21 and an attempted sexual assault on Mayfield Avenue on January 24.
Detective Chief Inspector Stuart May thanked the public for their support and information provided since Thursday's appeal. He emphasized that while an arrest has been made, the investigation is ongoing and further details are crucial. Officers are actively engaging with the community, asking anyone with information or concerns to speak with them directly.
