Irish fan ‘gang-raped’ after watching Rugby World Cup match in France

According to French media stories, police are looking for males accused of raping a 37-year-old girl on Sunday night time in Bordeaux metropolis centre.

The alleged sufferer is claimed to have been strolling again to her lodging close to Rue de la Rousselle when she was attacked.

She was then allegedly in a position to make her approach again to her lodging with the assistance of passing Welsh rugby supporters, however was in a state of shock and was unable to initially report the incident to police.

According to Le Parisien, a legal investigation has been opened, with police looking for three Caucasian males.

“The investigations are underway and in particular the genetic examinations on the victim and the clothing, the collection of testimonies and the study of the video protection of the neighbourhood,” the native prosecutor’s workplace mentioned in a press release.

The girl was mentioned to have been handled at Bordeaux University Hospital and to have been interviewed by Irish law enforcement officials aiding the native drive as a part of the World Cup safety operation.

The Irish Rugby Football Union (IRFU) mentioned in a press release that it was “aware of the disturbing news emanating from Bordeaux regarding an incident involving an Irish supporter at the weekend.

“We are shocked and extend our deepest sympathies to the victim. The IRFU wants all fans to have a positive experience supporting the team in France and we urge all travellers to take care and look out for each other.”

The Gardai mentioned the investigation was a matter for French police.