Police cordon off an alleyway in Nottingham city centre following a report of a rape in the Lace Market area, according to multiple outlets. A police statement is reported to have been issued after the incident was reported, with officers closing off parts of the area as they carry out inquiries. Coverage describes a cordon in place around the location and the launch of a formal investigation by police. Several reports refer to a young woman at the centre of the incident, though details such as the time of the offence and suspect information are not included in the summaries provided. The outlets also note that the investigation is ongoing, with police using the cordoned area to gather evidence and speak with relevant people. The reporting is focused on the immediate police response—restricting access to the alleyway in the Lace Market and conducting investigative work—rather than on additional facts about what happened. Authorities advise that disruption in the immediate area is linked to the investigation.