A MAN has been arrested after a woman was raped when she stopped at a layby to investigate an empty child seat.
The victim was driving along the A4 in leafy Thatcham, Berks, when she spotted the seat.
She then pulled over fearing a child was at risk but was pounced on by a sex attacker.
Police confirmed a 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape after the horror on August 16.
The suspect, who is from Bracknell 23 miles away from the attack, remains in custody.
Police are probing whether the car seat was used to lure the victim to the side of the road.
Detective Inspector Alice Broad, said: “We are continuing our investigation following this deeply concerning incident.
"There are a significant number of enquiries ongoing, one of which has led to the arrest of a man on suspicion of rape.
“We continue to appeal to members of the public who may have information that could assist our investigation to please come forward if they have not already done so and to remind the public to public to remain alert and cautious to anything suspicious and to report any concerns to Thames Valley Police.”
The woman is being supported by specially trained officers following the attack.
Police are asking anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the A4 between 11pm on August 15 and 12.15am on August 16 to come forward.
DI Broad said: "Members of the public are likely to see a continued police presence as we continue our investigation.
“As part of the investigation further work is being carried out at the scene and temporary traffic lights will be in place while this is ongoing and may remain in place for at least 24 hours.
“We would like to thank members of the public for their patience.
Anyone with information can call police on 101 quoting reference Op Fax 43210366130.
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