An 18-year-old woman was raped yesterday evening as she walked along London Road, Datchet after leaving the railway station.

An area of woodland at the corner of London Road and Ditton Road has been cordoned off by police - who have been making door to door visits in the area appealing for witnesses.

The attack happened at 10.20pm, as the woman walked along London Road towards Montrose Avenue.

A man then approached and spoke to her.

When she ignored him he forced her to a wooded area of land at the junction of Majors Farm Road, Ditton Road and London Road before raping her.

He is described as an Asian man, in his 20s or 30s. He was wearing dark clothing and was carrying a large umbrella.

Senior investigating officer, Det Insp Stuart Brangwin of Force CID based at Maidenhead, said: “This is a very distressing incident, and we are making extensive enquiries and carrying out a thorough investigation.

“The victim is receiving support from specialist officers.

“We are asking anyone who might have information surrounding this incident to come forward.

“I am keen to talk to anyone who has seen a man matching this description following a woman, acting suspiciously or alternatively has seen a man running away from the Ditton Road and London Road junction shortly after 10.50pm last night.”

“In light of this incident there will be an increased police presence and a scene watch is in place.

“Anyone with concerns or information about this incident should speak to one of our officers or call 101.”

If you have any information relating to this case, please call 101 quoting reference '1760 12/4/17', or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.