02/05/2003

Man arrested in connection with golf club rape

A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the rape of a student on the grounds of a Belfast golf club last month.

Police detained the Belfast man early today.

The 19-year-old teenager was raped on the grounds of Balmoral golf club on April 22 after attending a music event at the Kings Hall.

Police said the victim had recently left the event and was on her way home when she was confronted by a lone male who attacked her.

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