Alleged rape of Irish rugby fan in France investigated

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At a glance
  • Prosecutors in Bordeaux are investigating the alleged rape of an Irish rugby supporter at the weekend
  • The incident reportedly happened after Ireland's opening match in the Rugby World Cup in the city
  • Garda铆 who have been deployed in France for the tournament say they are liaising with French authorities

French prosecutors have opened an investigation after the alleged rape of a female Irish rugby supporter.

It is understood the incident happened in Bordeaux at the weekend, following Ireland's World Cup game against Romania.

Garda铆 (Irish police) said its officers deployed in France for the Rugby World Cup to assist Irish supporters "are liaising with local authorities in relation to an alleged incident".

It added that it is a matter for French police.

The public prosecutor's office in Bordeaux said forensic tests are ongoing and images from the area's video protection cameras are being studied.