A teenager has been arrested after reports a man was raped in the toilets of a major Manchester department store.

Police were called shortly after 11.30am on Friday after receiving reports of the alleged attack in the toilets of the Next store in the Arndale Centre.

It is understood a man in his fifties complained he was attacked in the toilets of the store which was busy with customers at the time.

The alleged victim was using the toilets at the Next store in the Arndale Centre in Manchester when attacked

Police arrested a 19-year-old suspect in connection with the alleged rape of a man in his 50s at the Arndale Centre in Manchester yesterday morning. The victim claims he was attacked in the toilets of the Next store

According to reports, the suspect had been detained by security staff who held him until police arrived at the scene.

The 19 year-old man was then arrested on suspicion of rape and was taken into custody where he is currently being questioning by detectives.

The alleged victim is currently receiving support from specialist officers.

Greater Manchester Police have described it as 'shocking' but thanked staff for their swift response.

Detective Sergeant Chris Maddocks from GMP's Serious Sexual Crimes Unit said: 'This was an incredibly shocking incident which happened in a busy store.

Scene: The alleged attack took place in this toilet and staff have since closed the area while police investigate

'Our specialist officers are with the victim and will ensure he has all the support he needs.