Scotsman Charged with the Rape of Female Service Member in Cyprus
A 35-year-old Lance Corporal from the Regiment of Scotland has been charged with rape following an investigation into an incident in Cyprus.
POLICY WIRE — NICOSIA, Cyprus — — A 35-year-old soldier from the British Army is facing a charge of rape following an incident involving a female colleague while stationed in Cyprus. Lance Corporal Nicholas Horne, a member of the 4th Battalion of the Regiment of Scotland, was officially brought before authorities on October 23.
The Defence Serious Command (DSCC) confirmed that Horne was taken into custody on October 19. This arrest followed an initial report received on October 17. The investigation concerns an alleged assault on a female service member serving with British Forces in the region.
The suspect has been remanded in custody as legal proceedings commence. No further details have been released regarding the specific circumstances of the case or the status of the investigation.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
