Teenager, 19, is arrested after 'man in his fifties was raped in the toilets at a Next store in Manchester

A teenager has been arrested after reports a man was raped in the toilets of a major Manchester department store.  

Police were called shortly after 11.30am on Friday after receiving reports of the alleged attack in the toilets of the Next store in the Arndale Centre. 

It is understood a man in his fifties complained he was attacked in the toilets of the store which was busy with customers at the time. 

According to reports, the suspect had been detained by security staff who held him until police arrived at the scene. 

The 19 year-old man was then arrested on suspicion of rape and was taken into custody where he is currently being questioning by detectives.

The alleged victim is currently receiving support from specialist officers.

Greater Manchester Police have described it as 'shocking' but thanked staff for their swift response.

Detective Sergeant Chris Maddocks from GMP's Serious Sexual Crimes Unit said: 'This was an incredibly shocking incident which happened in a busy store.

'Our specialist officers are with the victim and will ensure he has all the support he needs.

'We would like thank the staff at Next and the Arndale Centre, we have a man in custody and it is thanks to their swift action.' 

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