Police issue photo of smiling man wanted in connection with rape of girl, 18, on night out

Police have released a photo of man they want to speak to after an 18-year-old girl was raped on a night out in Newcastle.

In a post on X, Northumbria Police said: "We are hoping to trace him as we investigate a rape in Newcastle. We received a report that an 18-year-old woman had met a man while on a night out on Saturday, April 27.

"Between 1am and 1.30am the following morning, while still in the city centre, the man is reported to have raped the woman. The victim continues to be supported by specially-trained officers.

"Extensive enquiries have been carried out since the report was first made and today we have released an image of man we would like to speak to.

"He was in the area at the time the rape is reported to have taken place and believe he may be able to assist with our enquiries."

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