Man arrested over alleged rape of schoolgirl in London

Police appeal follows alleged attack in South London

A man has been arrested over the alleged rape of a teenage girl in Mitcham, south London (Metropolitan Police)

A man has been arrested over the alleged rape of a teenage girl following an appeal in south London.  

Kadian Nelson, 26, was urged to turn himself in for his own safety after video footage shared on social media showed people reportedly hunting for him at various addresses.  

The appeal came from police after a teenager was allegedly attacked in the North Place area of Mitcham, in Merton, at 7am on Tuesday.  

Police said Kadian Nelson was arrested on suspicion of rape at 8pm the same day in Robinson Road, Tooting, following a call from a member of the public.  

The victim and her family have been informed and continue to be supported by specially trained officers.  

Police thanked the media and public for sharing their appeals, but asked people “to be mindful of sharing information via social media that could identify the alleged victim, or affect any potential future proceedings”.  

A Section 60 Order authorised for the entirety of the boroughs of Merton and Wandsworth, granting police additional stop and search powers, as a result of fears of serious violence, remains in place.  

Any witnesses or those who have information that could assist police is asked to call 101 ref CAD 1063/ 3 Nov.  

Alternatively tweet @MetCC, or contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.