No rape took place outside Epsom church, say police

No rape took place outside Epsom church, say policeJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleNathan BevanSouth East Julia Gregory/BBCA woman in her 20s initially reported that she had been raped outside Epsom Methodist Church on 11 AprilNo sexual offence took place in relation to the reported rape outside a church in Epsom earlier this month, say police. Surrey Police said following its "extensive" investigation into the incident, which sparked protest and public disorder in the town, they now believe the woman concerned "sustained an accidental head injury" following a night out and made "a confused report".Surrey Police added: "The woman involved has given us permission to share this information and she continues to be supported by relevant services".The force said it has now closed its investigation into the alleged attack.Follow BBC Surrey on Facebook, on X, and on Instagram. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk or WhatsApp us on 08081 002250.This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version.You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App. You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts.Related internet linksSurrey PoliceEpsomSurrey Police