(KAIR)--An Atchison teenager is accused of rape.
According to a release from Atchison Police Chief Mike Wilson, the 15-year-old boy was arrested Monday following an investigation that began February 10.
Wilson said the probe focused on an incident that is alleged to have occurred at an Atchison residence on February 8.
The victim is identified as a 14-year-old who Wilson said had been acquainted with the accused teen for a short period of time.
The 15-year-old is facing charges for rape and electronic solicitation.
Following his arrest, he was transported to a juvenile detention facility.
Due to the ages of those involved, Wilson said no further details will be released.
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