A man has been arrested and charged following the alleged kidnapping and rape of a person in Blenheim this morning.
Police say they were called to the scene on Sinclair St, in Mayfield, about 9.50am.
One person was located on Market St a short time later and taken into custody.
The 23-year-old is due to appear in the Blenheim District Court tomorrow.
The victim is receiving support.
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"While incidents like this are concerning for the community, Police do not believe there is an ongoing risk to the public," police said.
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