A 15-year-old boy has been charged with rape after a teenager was allegedly attacked at a park. The teenage boy has been charged after a 17-year-old girl was reportedly attacked at Cripplegate Park in Worcester. The attack reportedly took place near the tennis courts at around 2am on Sunday, August 11. Police tape was seen at the park on Monday as police began investigating. The boy, is due to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates Court on Wednesday. He cannot be named for legal reasons due to his age. The location is close to Worcester Cricket Club and the area was busy over the weekend with families attending the Worcester Show. On Monday a scene guard was placed near the tennis courts in Cripplegate Park while police gathered evidence and carried out forensic inquiries. Det Supt Garner said previously: 'I understand that this news will be unsettling for the local community. 'Please be assured that we're treating the incident incredibly seriously and are following all lines of enquiry. 'I know that the area is likely to be busy today with families enjoying the sunshine and visiting the Worcester Show. 'You'll see an increased police presence around Cripplegate park and Pitchcroft and we'd encourage anyone with any concerns to speak to officers.