Man, 18, arrested on suspicion of rape at a West Midlands gym

An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an alleged attack at a gym in Solihull.

West Midlands Police said officers received a report of a sexual offence at premises on Tuesday, September 15.

An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a sexual offence and has since been released on bail while police enquiries continue.

West Midlands Police later confirmed the allegation is being investigated as rape.

A force spokesperson said: “We received a report of a sexual offence at a premises in Solihull, on September 15.

“Officers arrested an 18-year-old man on suspicion of a sexual offence.

“He has since been bailed pending further enquiries into the investigation.”

Police added: “This is being investigated as a rape.”