Woman ‘raped by man posing as taxi driver’ in Swindon’s Old Town

A woman ‘raped by man posing as a taxi driver’ in Swindon old town.

Police on foot patrol were reported by residents in Hoopers Place at around 1.30am this morning (Sunday).
They raised concerns about the safety of a woman who said she was assaulted by a man who encouraged her to get into his car by suggesting that he was taxi driver.

A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape, sexual assault and indecent assault. He was detained by the police.

DCI Nick Mawson said:
“This is an extremely disturbing incident involving a man who also encouraged the woman to get into his car, suggesting he may have been a taxi driver.

“Creating safer spaces and reducing violence are priorities for Wiltshire Police, under the leadership of

Chief Constable Roper, and we will continue to carry out patrols to identify any anyone showing signs of potential abuse and intervene before the person commits a crime. serious sexual crimes.

“For us it is very important that people feel safe and can go out without fear of what will happen at the end of the night.
“We will continue to have officers regularly patrolling this area and other areas of the city to prevent these types of crimes. »
“I would also like to urge the public to call or alert us, as they did in this incident, if they notice any unwanted contact or behaviour. We would like to thank those who stopped to help the victim this morning.
If you saw anything suspicious last night, please contact police on 101, quoting reference number 54230092765.
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There are many options to choose from, some owned by Swindon Borough Council and others privately owned, with different ways to pay.

After consultation, we believe the following five parking spaces are the most convenient and cost-effective for buyers.

BRISTOL STREET – pay via app or PayByPhone machine
If you’re in town for the weekend and don’t mind a little walk, Bristol Street car park – accessible by turning onto Church Place from Park Lane near GWR Park – offers a very affordable price.

People can park for up to five hours for just £1.10 on Saturday and Sunday. After that, fees jumped to £13.20 for stays of five to 12 hours.

Prices can vary more during the week, costing £1.30 an hour for up to four hours (£5.20), then £8.40 for four to six hours and £9.70 for six to 24 hours.

SHEPPARD STREET – pay via the APCOA Connect app

Parking in these private spaces anytime Monday to Sunday costs £1.10 per hour for the first three hours, then £ 4 for four hours, £7 for six hours and £8 for three hours all day.

You can only pay using the APCOA Connect app, which you need to download and create an account for before you go, as this can be a bit difficult to do once you get there.
BRUNEL WEST – pay at the ticket machine before leaving

If you want to pay the same price but park right in the city centre, the extended stay area on the 4th and

5th floors of the Brunel West building is also available there are similar weekday rates on Bristol Street (£1.30 per hour for up to four hours, then £8.40 for four to six hours and £9.70 for six to 24 hours)

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REGENT CIRCUS (if staying less than four hours) – pay via the RingGo app or at a vending machine
Spaces accessible from Victoria Street or Edmund Street – NOT spaces near the old Morrisons