Boy, 16, arrested on suspicion of rape in park

Parkland Walk in Crouch End was cordoned off following the alleged attack (Picture: John Dunne)

Detectives have launched a rape investigation after a woman was attacked in a north London park.

Police and paramedics were called to Parkland Walk in Crouch End at about 10.30pm on Tuesday.

A boy, 16, has been arrested on suspicion of rape. He has been remanded in custody.

The neighbourhood has been left reeling after the alleged attack.

Forensics officers and search teams have been at the scene scouring for clues, while officers have been carrying out door-to-door inquiries. 

The park was still cordoned off as locals expressed their fears in the wake of the attack.

Teacher Oliver, 32, lives on the edge of the park. He told Metro: ‘This is ver...