Overview
- The assault was reported around 7:30pm on Sunday, 15 February, in Cottons Park near Marks Road and Recreation Avenue.
- London Ambulance Service received a 7:49pm call, treated the woman at the scene, and took her to hospital as a priority.
- The victim, described as in her late teens, remains in hospital with support from specialist officers.
- An 18-year-old man was arrested on Monday morning in connection with the incident and remains in Metropolitan Police custody.
- A cordon remains in place as enquiries continue, local patrols have been increased, and officers have asked witnesses to call 101 quoting CAD 5791/15FEB or contact Crimestoppers.