Man arrested on suspicion of rape in Horely

Surrey police officers responded to an incident at the Horley Recreation Ground

Author: Leo ChristianPublished 27th May 2025

A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of rape, following an incident at the Horley Recreation Ground yesterday afternoon.

Officers were called to the scene at 4:50pm (Monday, 26 May) following a report of a concern for safety of a woman at the location.

Specialist officers are supporting the woman involved.

A spokesperson for the force said:

"We are appealing for witnesses following a serious sexual assault in Horley today.

We are looking to speak with anyone who may have been in or around the recreation ground between 4:30pm and 4:50pm today and who might have seen anything suspicious during this time.

If you have any information which might assist our investigation, please get in touch quoting PR/45250062748."

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