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Two 16-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of rape after an attack in a park.

The assault took place on Saturday in Queen's Park, Bolton, Greater Manchester Police said.

The force said detectives believed it was a "targeted" attack, with specialist officers supporting the victim.

The teenage boys remain in police custody for questioning, officers added.

Det Insp Ruth Atherton said: "I understand this will be alarming to our communities, but please be assured we are following several lines of enquiry.

"We have dedicated neighbourhood officers and PCSOs out in the local area."

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