Full Breakdown
15-Year-Old Girl Allegedly Raped in Bradford’s Pitt Hill Park
8/7/2026, 8:28:19 PM
Incident overview
Officers responded to Pitt Hill park in Holme Wood, Bradford, at around 6 p.m. on August 5 after a 15-year-old girl reported that she had been raped. The alleged assault occurred in broad daylight within the park’s central area, which was subsequently cordoned off by police. Two teenage boys, aged 16 and 17, have been arrested on suspicion of rape and remain in custody. The victim is receiving support from specially trained officers, and the Bradford District Safeguarding Team is conducting enquiries.
Police response
West Yorkshire Police confirmed that detectives are leading the investigation. A spokesperson emphasized that the case is being handled by the Bradford District Safeguarding Team and urged anyone with information to contact the force via 101 or the live-chat service on the police website, quoting reference 13260446324. The police cordon remains in place while forensic and witness evidence is gathered.
Ongoing investigation
The investigation continues under the jurisdiction of West Yorkshire Police’s detectives and the safeguarding team. No further details about the evidence or potential charges have been released. Authorities have asked the public for any additional information about individuals present in the park at the time of the incident.
Verbatim quotes
- “Detectives are investigating after a report of a rape on Pitt Hill park in Holme Wood. A 15 year old girl reported being raped at around 6pm yesterday (August 5).” — West Yorkshire Police
- “Detectives are investigating after a report of a rape on Pitt Hill park in Holme Wood.” — West Yorkshire Police
