Woman raped in Sunderland after getting into what she believed was a taxiA WOMAN was raped after getting into what she believed was a taxi early on Sunday morning (April 10).
A Northumbria Police said the woman had got into the vehicle in Derwent Street, Sunderland.
She was driven to a location near to Hendon Valley Road and Mowbray Road, where the offence took place in the vehicle.
Officers, who were alerted at 6am, are carrying out inquiries into the incident and are appealing for any witnesses.
It is thought the vehicle is a silver or grey small hatchback type vehicle and that there were two men inside, although this has not been confirmed.
Extra officers were patrolling the area.
Superintendent Mick Paterson said: "Understandably, this is an incredibly distressing incident for the victim and supporting her is our priority, we have specially trained officers working with her to ensure she has the support she needs.
"It's important we trace the men responsible and I would ask anyone who has any information to please come forward.
“If anyone was in the area of Derwent Road or Hendon Valley Road and Mowbray Road earler this morning we would like to hear from them.
"As part of our enquiries officers are in the area speaking to local residents and businesses as well as viewing CCTV to help us trace those responsible.
"Extra officers will also be on patrol in the area to offer reassurance to the local community."
Anyone with information should contact Northumbria Police on 101 quoting reference 318 1001416 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
source:
http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/l ... as_a_taxi/
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