Three teenage boys have been charged with rape of a girl under the age of 16.
The incident happened on 10 February last year in Newbold, Rochdale, Greater Manchester Police said.
The force said each of the boys, aged 13,14 and 15, have been charged with one count of rape of a female under 16.
Additionally, they have all been jointly charged with two further counts of rape of a female under 16.
The boys, who cannot be named for legal reasons, are due to appear at Manchester Youth Court on Monday.
A fourth boy who was arrested in connection with the case has been released without charge.
The victim is continuing to be supported by specially-trained officers more than a year after the attack.
Detective Superintendent Phil Key said: “This investigation has seen extensive and thorough work reviewing all available evidence in this case. We are now in a position to charge three boys following the incident last year.
“We continue to provide support to the victim and her wellbeing has been a priority for us over the last 12 months.
“I would remind the public not to speculate on names of those they believe to be involved, as those under 18 have a legal right to anonymity and in speculating over names, this poses a risk to justice, and criminal proceedings can and may be brought against those naming.”
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