Three men have been arrested following a serious investigation into reports of rape involving teenage girls at a property in Peatmoor.
Police confirmed the arrests came in response to allegations relating to multiple victims, all of whom are under the age of 16. The incidents are reported to have taken place during a single evening at an address on Ratcoombe Road.
The three individuals – aged 24, 20 and 18 – have been arrested on suspicion of rape. All have been released on police bail while investigations continue.
The case is currently being handled by detectives from Swindon CID.
Detective Sergeant Craig Rathbone, leading the inquiry, said: “We are taking this incident incredibly seriously and have already made three arrests in connection with it.
“I understand this will cause concern locally, but I want to reassure the community that this is being treated as a targeted incident that occurred within a private residence over the course of one evening.
“The victims are being supported by specially trained officers and our enquiries are ongoing.”
Police have not released further details at this stage, citing the sensitivity of the investigation and the ages of those involved.
Anyone with information that may assist officers is encouraged to contact Wiltshire Police or Crimestoppers anonymously.
