Woman Raped by Multiple Men Outside Church in Surrey

Surrey police are investigating a reported sexual assault involving a woman in her 20s who was attacked outside Epsom Methodist Church in Ashley Road. The incident is believed to have happened between 2:00 and 4:00 BST on Saturday, after she left the Labyrinth Epsom nightclub.

Investigation Progress

Authorities have not yet secured complete descriptions of the offenders. Officers are actively pursuing extensive inquiries to identify and locate the individuals involved. “Our inquiry is still in its early stages,” said Det Insp Aine Matthews. “We are accelerating our efforts to build a clearer understanding of the suspects and will provide further details as soon as possible.”

Det Insp Aine Matthews remarked, “We recognize this is a deeply distressing incident and the victim is receiving support from specialist officers.”

Police are appealing for witnesses, asking anyone in the area during the time frame of 2:00 to 4:00 BST on Saturday to come forward if they saw or spoke to the woman. Those with information are encouraged to contact the police.

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