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Met Police Constable Charged With Attempted Rape, Sexual Assault and Strangulation

CPS authorization moves the matter from an internal probe to criminal prosecution with an initial hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Court next week

The police officer was arrested for alleged sexual violence against a woman in her 20s. (Representational image).
Indian-origin UK police officer charged with attempted rape, sexual assault and strangulation

Overview

  • The Metropolitan Police charged PC Harman Singh with one count of attempted rape, three counts of sexual assault and one count of intentional strangulation.
  • The charges relate to alleged offences against a woman in her 20s in January 2026 and follow his arrest on January 10 and suspension from duty.
  • The force referred the case to the Crown Prosecution Service and the CPS authorised formal charges on September 4.
  • Singh is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on October 19 for an initial hearing and the case could be committed to Crown Court because of the seriousness of the allegations.
  • Officers are supporting the alleged victim as the criminal process proceeds and the prosecution of a serving officer is likely to prompt scrutiny of Met procedures and public trust in police accountability.