Two men arrested after woman raped twice in Doncaster street

Two men have been arrested after a woman was subjected to an horrific double rape in a Doncaster street.

Police were called to Bank Street in Mexborough town centre in the early hours of Saturday, with police forensics officers in place throughout the day and a cordon in place.

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “At 2.09am on Saturday (2 May) we were called to reports of a rape in Mexborough.

“It is reported a woman was raped by two men on Bank Street.

“An investigation has been launched, and on Sunday (3 May) two men were arrested in connection with the incident.

“A 48-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of rape and a 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.

“Both have been bailed pending further enquiries.

“The victim is receiving specialist support.

Detective Chief Inspector Susannah Wagstaff said: "We know that news of this incident will cause concern in our local communities, but I want to reassure you that we have a team of detectives working hard to progress this investigation.

"While officers conduct their enquiries, anyone who might have information about this incident is asked to contact us online or on 101, quoting incident number 85 of 2 May 2026."