An 11-year-old boy has been arrested by police on suspicion of raping a seven-year-old boy.
The alleged attack took place in Wool, Dorset, at an outside location close to the victim’s home.
The mother of the victim says her son – who cannot be named for legal reasons – is ‘not the same’ after the alleged attack.
The seven-year-old is said to of been playing outside when he went around a corner and vanished out of view, the mother added.
She said when her son returned a short while later, his clothing was in disarray and he seemed subdued.
Upon questioning, the boy told his parents he had been raped.
The child is said to of been badly traumatised by the incident which occurred on Monday, May 14.
His mother added: ‘Normally he’s really lively, but at the moment he’s just really quiet and withdrawn,’
She continued: ‘He’s not the same. We have been so distressed by this,’ reported the Dorset Echo.
In a statement, Dorset Police confirmed they were investigating the incident.
A spokesman said: ‘Dorset Police is currently investigating a report of a rape in Wool.
‘It was reported that the incident occurred on Monday, May 14, at an outside location. The victim – a seven-year-old boy – is being supported by specially-trained officers.
‘An 11-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of rape and has been released under investigation to allow officers to establish the full circumstances around the incident.’
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