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Man wanted over rape of girl, 14, in Burnley | |
(about 9 hours later) | |
Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they are searching for after a 14-year-old girl was raped on New Year's Day. | |
The teenager was attacked by a man in Burnley, Lancashire, at about 09:00 GMT, close to the Charter Walk Shopping Centre car park. | |
Police have urged anyone who recognises the suspect to contact them. | |
Det Insp Tim McDermott said the girl was being supported by specially trained officers. | |
He added: "I understand this is an extremely concerning incident. If you recognise the pictured man or have any information that could help our investigation, please get in touch as soon as possible." | |
The attacker, who was not known to the victim, was initially described as being in his 30s or 40s with curly hair and a beard. |