POLICE are investigating an alleged rape in Barrow.

Barrow CID said they received a report of an alleged rape at a property in Barrow in the early hours of Saturday.

Police said a woman was being assisted by trained officers.

Police confirmed that an 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of rape and was bailed to attend Barrow police station next month.

Police said enquiries are ongoing.

Barrow CID can be contacted by calling 101.