TEENAGE GIRL, 16, IS ‘RAPED IN PUBLIC TOILETS’ AT POPULAR SEASIDE RESORT - AS BOY, 16, IS ARRESTED

A teenage girl has allegedly been raped in the toilets at a UK seaside town as a young boy has been arrested.Officers rushed to public toilets on Blackpool's Queens Promenade, near Gynn Square, where the violent sex attack of the 16-year-old was reported at around 8pm on Saturday night.
A 16-year-old boy has now been arrested on suspicion of rape.
The boy, from nearby Fleetwood, remains in custody while investigations are ongoing. 
The scene is cordoned off while investigations continue. 
Known for its beach, funfair and piers, the coastal town is a popular destination where families often flock to over school summer holidays.
In a statement, a Lancashire Police spokesperson said: 'At 7.58pm on September 20 we were called to reports a teenager had been raped in Blackpool.
'Officers have attended and a scene has been put in place on Queens Promenade.
'The teenager is being supported by specially trained officers at this time.
'Following enquiries, a 16-year-old boy from Fleetwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape. He remains in custody at this time.
'We are at the early stage of our enquiries and a dedicated team of officers has been assigned to this case.
'Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting log 1204 of 20th September 2025.'