Schoolgirl, 14, 'raped in alleyway' in horror attack as police release CCTV images of three men

Officers are seeking to identify three male suspects in connection with the assault.

As enquiries continue, the victim is currently being supported by officers from Leeds District Safeguarding Unit.

The three men were known to each other and were travelling as a group at the time of the incident, according to police.

CCTV footage captured the suspects all wearing tracksuits.

While the police have released images of the suspects, they have acknowledged that the quality of the pictures is low.

However, investigators have expressed hope that the men might be recognisable as a group who were in the area at the time of the horrific attack.

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West Yorkshire Police said in a statement: "While it is appreciated that the images of the three suspects are low quality, it is hoped someone may recognise the males as a group who were in the area around the time."

The force has been conducting ongoing enquiries into the incident.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation has been urged to contact Leeds District Safeguarding Unit by calling 101, quoting crime reference 13240604436.

The public are also able to provide information through the force's online chat service at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat.

For those wishing to remain anonymous, reports can be made to the independent charity Crimestoppers.

The charity accepts information both via telephone and through their online reporting system.

Police have continued to appeal for any witnesses or individuals who may recognise the group of suspects to come forward.