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Boys held over school rape claims | Boys held over school rape claims |
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Two teenage boys have been arrested over claims a 15-year-old girl was raped at a Birmingham school. | |
The incident is alleged to have happened earlier this year, the BBC has learned. | The incident is alleged to have happened earlier this year, the BBC has learned. |
Two boys, aged 14 and 15, were arrested and released on bail pending further inquiries, West Midlands Police said. | |
Birmingham City Council said two pupils have been excluded "following serious allegations" and the school was fully supporting the police investigation. | |
"This matter is subject to current police proceedings," a spokesperson said. | |
The statement added: "The safety of all our young people is of paramount importance, and Birmingham City Council will provide support to staff and pupils at the school when the summer term commences." |