Two held over rape and kidnap of young boy

Image source, Cumbria Police

Image caption, Police have described the investigation as "fast paced" and "complex"

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of the rape, false imprisonment and kidnap of a teenager in Cumbria.

The boy, aged under 16, was attacked in the area of Coombs Wood, Armathwaite, on 9 October, police said.

The men, aged 31 and 46, from Carlisle, were later released on bail while investigations continue.

Cumbria Police said it was a "complex investigation" and asked anyone who was in the area between 11:00 and 15:30 BST to contact the force.

Det Ch Insp John Graham-Cumming said: "The investigation has been fast paced and a vast number of lines of enquiry have been conducted, including the recent arrests.

"We appreciate the impact the investigation has had on the victim, their family and the local community."

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