Two schoolboys , aged 12 and 13 , have appeared in court after they were charged with raping and assaulting a 43-year-old-woman . The alleged attack happened at the woman 's flat on September 24 last year in Anfield , Liverpool , in front of a group of other boys . It led to the mass arrests of teenagers in the area , including 10 males aged 12 to 19 and a 15-year-old girl , but they were later released . Two schoolboys , aged 12 and 13 , appeared at Liverpool Youth Court today charged with the rape and assault of a 43-year-old woman in Anfield . The pair , who can not be named for legal reasons , appeared at Liverpool Youth Court today for a first hearing . One is a 12-year-old from Anfield and the other a 13-year-old from Tuebrook . The case was adjourned and they were given conditional bail to appear at Liverpool Crown Court for a preliminary hearing on March 17 . Detective Superintendent Tim Keelan , from Merseyside police , said at the time of the attack : 'The victim has been distressed by her ordeal and is being supported by specialist officers . 'This was an appalling attack on a woman in her own home and we would urge anyone who has information , which could help us bring those responsible to justice , to come forward . 'It is possible that some of those who were in the property on the day may have talked to people , including friends or family , about what happened and if they have we would urge them to contact us . ' One is a 12-year-old from Anfield ( pictured , Anfield Road ) and the other a 13-year-old from Tuebrook . The were given conditional bail to appear at Liverpool Crown Court for a preliminary hearing on March 17 . Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article .
The alleged attack happened at woman 's flat in Anfield , Liverpool , last year . Following the attack 12 youths were arrested including a 15-year-old girl . Two boys , 12 and 13 , appeared at Liverpool Youth Court today for hearing . They are accused of racially abusing the victim during an incident on April 30 this year.