A schoolgirl has reportedly been raped at an underpass after walking in the area at night.
The Metropolitan Police has launched a manhunt for the attacker after their officers assisted the victim, 15, at the scene in east London on Sunday night.
They were called to St Edmund's Way, Romford after reports of a rape and arrived there at 11.36pm.
The teenager is currently being treated by specialist officers and a crime scene remains in place.
A Met Police spokesperson said: 'We understand the concern this has caused in the community and people can expect to see an increased police presence in the area.
