Woman in her 30s ‘raped’ in house on residential street – as five men arrested

COPS have arrested five men on suspicion of rape after a woman in her 30s was allegedly attacked in a house. Police launched an urgent investigation after reports of the “serious sexual assault” at a property on Curriers Lane in Ipswich, in the early hours of the morning on Sunday. Five men, aged 27, 31, 35, 44 and 49, were arrested on suspicion of rape, Suffolk Police confirmed. They are currently in police custody for questioning. Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! The woman is being supported by specialist trained officers, said cops. Suffolk Police said that a crime scene was in place at Curriers Lane. There will be an “increased police presence” in the area as the investigation continues, the force added. Suffolk Police urged anyone with information to get in touch immediately. Detective Chief Inspector Craig Brett said: “I understand the concern this may cause the local community and would like to assure the public that our teams have been working tirelessly since the incident was reported to us. “A scene remains in place on Curriers Lane and there is currently an increased police presence in the area as we conduct our enquiries to establish the full circumstances surrounding this incident. Most read in The Sun “We encourage the public to speak with officers if you have any concerns or information.” Anyone with information relating to the incident can also contact police quoting 37/45328/26 via the Suffolk Police website or call 101. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form.