rape in Bethnal Green
Detectives investigating the rape of a teenage girl in Bethnal Green in 2024 are releasing images of two men they need to speak to in connection with the investigation.
A £10,000 reward is also on offer from the independent charity Crimestoppers, for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.
An investigation was launched at around 23:30hrs on Thursday, 1 August 2024 after it was reported that a 13-year-old girl had been raped.
The victim reported seeing two men on Whitechapel Road who led her into Weavers Fields where she was raped.
The victim was later found by a member of the public, who helped her.
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting 01/668295/24. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously via 0800 55 111 or on their website, www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
Detectives have carried out extensive enquiries since 2024 including reviewing CCTV footage, conducting forensic examinations and speaking with potential witnesses.
Throughout the investigation, officers have remained in regular contact with the victim and her family, ensuring they have access to specialist support services and safeguarding measures.
Officers remain determined to get justice for the victim and her family and are now in the position to release CCTV images of two men they are keen to trace.
“We know that someone may hold information that could help identify those responsible. No matter how insignificant it may seem, that piece of information could be crucial in helping secure justice for the victim and her family.
“Crimestoppers is an independent charity and everyone who contacts us remains completely anonymous. We never ask for your name or any personal details. If you know something about this crime but feel unable to speak directly to the police, please come forward and tell us what you know. By speaking up anonymously, you could help bring those responsible to justice and prevent others from becoming victims.”
Keeping women and girls safe is one of the Met’s top priorities and in the last year, the Met has more than doubled its positive outcomes, including arrests and charges for rape. These statistics reflect the determination of officers and partners to pursue offenders and bring them to justice. Full story on the Facebook Group.
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Chin Ping, 56 (19.01.70), of Saint David’s Square, E14 sentenced to 6 years 9 months.
Achareeya Spurr, 49 (10.10.76), of Saint David’s Square, E14, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit human trafficking, conspiracy to control prostitution for gain and acquiring, using or possessing criminal property.
See full case description and police statements with pictures on the Facebook group. Also on the Facebook Page
Debi Lloyd, Head of UK Counter-Trafficking Operations, Justice & Care said: “First and foremost, this result is about the incredible courage of the victims who have come forward to share their story and engaged with a criminal justice process. After experiencing such significant trauma, this takes enormous strength.
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January 2024 see link to article and those Tower Hamlets offenders involved.
