# Manhunt after woman raped on Trans Pennine Trail

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/manhunt-after-woman-raped-on-trans-pennine-trail/
- Published: 2026-11-05T17:09:30+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T17:21:31+00:00
- Original publisher: feeds.bbci.co.uk (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr86zxz81215o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Sheffield

## Key points

- Police are appealing for information after a rape on the trail.
- The attack took place near Bolton-upon-Dearne on Wednesday afternoon.
- Detectives are collecting forensic evidence and seeking a suspect.

## Summary

Police are seeking information after a woman was raped on the Trans Pennine Trail near Bolton-upon-Dearne, with detectives gathering forensic evidence at the scene. The attack has prompted concern in the local community, and officers say a dedicated team is working to identify the person responsible.

The incident happened at about 14:50 GMT on Wednesday, on the stretch between Mexborough Road and Harlington Road. The suspect is described as tall and stocky, wearing a dark jumper, black gloves and a black face covering, and speaking with a southern accent; the victim is receiving care and support. The trail is about 370 miles long and crosses northern England.

## Coverage

- [feeds.bbci.co.uk: Manhunt after woman raped on Trans Pennine Trail](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr86zxz81215o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss)
- [The Star (Sheffield): Images show police guarding Trans Pennine Trail rape crime scene as manhunt for alleged attacker gets underway](https://www.thestar.co.uk/news/crime/images-as-police-guard-scene-amid-manhunt-for-alleged-rapist-9333150)
- [The Star (Sheffield): Police exploring "previous reports of man behaving suspiciously on Trans Pennine Trail" in rape investigation](https://www.thestar.co.uk/news/crime/trans-pennine-trail-rape-investigation-latest-9333253)

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