The scene of the cordon in Worcester city centre near The Cross (Image: Newsquest)
A 26-year-old man has been arrested following an alleged rape in the city centre.
A police cordon was still in place near the entrance to Crowngate Shopping Centre in Worcester earlier this morning but it has now been lifted.
Shoppers reported seeing a forensics van also at the scene.
READ MORE: Police cordon in Worcester city centre - live updates
A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "At around 11.50pm last night, officers received a report of rape at The Cross, Worcester. A scene guard had been put in place whilst enquiries were ongoing."
A 26-year-old man has been arrested.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article