Police stand down after rape allegation confirmed to be false
POLICE investigating a reported rape in the Kenilworth Road area of Billingham have been stood down after a woman confirmed that her earlier rape report was a false allegation.
A 32-year-old man arrested in connection with the allegation has been released from police custody with no further action.
Cleveland Police said there will be no ongoing police involvement and officers are no longer appealing for witnesses.
A spokeswoman thanked members of the public for their patience while they conducted initial enquiries.
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