A former police officer has been charged with rape, attempted rape and indecent assault in relation to an incident in Teddington.

The charges relate to an alleged attack in April 2004 when the officer, then attached to Hammersmith and Fulham police, was off duty.

Stephen Kyere, a police constable, who retired in March last year, will appear at Wimbledon Magistrates' Court on Tuesday, February 1.

Former PC Kyere was charged by postal requisition in January 2022 following an investigation by officers at the South West Command Unit.

Misconduct matters will be considered following the criminal process.

The Metropolitan Police said specialist officers are providing support to the victim in this allegation and this will continue during and following the court process.