A MAN has been arrested after a woman was allegedly raped in public toilets at a popular seaside resort.

       Police in Bournemouth were called on Friday morning and sealed off a large area as crime scene investigators were called in.

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       A woman has allegedly been raped in Bournemouth Credit: Getty

       A 30-year-old man has now been arrested on suspicion of rape.

       It is the latest in a string of alleged sex assaults, some in the sea, at Bournemouth seafront.

       A spokesman for Dorset Police said: “A detailed investigation has been underway.

       "We can now update that a 30-year-old man was arrested this morning, on suspicion of rape and remains in custody.

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       “Specially trained officers are continuing to support the victim, who has been updated with this development."