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The alleged attack on the 11-year-old was said to have taken place at between 1.30pm and 2pm on Tuesday October 10 at Hawkley Hall High School on Carr Lane.

The crime was only reported to police that night but it is claimed on social media groups the school was temporarily in “lockdown” after the incident.

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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed that an inquiry had been launched but did not have details of any injuries, suspects or whether the assault took place inside or outside the school.

A spokesperson for Hawkley Hall High said: “Hawkley Hall High School declines to comment on matters pertaining individual students in school.”

Anyone with information should ring police on 101 or the Crimestoppers freephone line anonymously on 0800 555111.

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A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police confirmed that an inquiry had been launched but did not have details of any injuries, suspects or whether the assault took place inside or outside the school.

A spokesperson for Hawkley Hall High said: “Hawkley Hall High School declines to comment on matters pertaining individual students in school.”