Epsom Rape Claim Unravels, Protests Spark Hope

0:00On April 17, police in Epsom are digging into a reporter rape from April 11, but so far they found zero evidence to back it up. A 20-year-old woman claimed she was attacked by a group of men between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m., right outside of Methodist Church after leaving the Labyrinth Nightclub. The whole thing sparked protests in the Surrey town this week. Surrey cops have poured over tons of CCTV footage, talked to witnesses, run forensics, and knocked on doors in the area. Assistant Chief Constable Sarah Graham says the probe is still rolling, even though nothing matches the initial report. Locals hit the streets in anger, fueled by rumors flying around online. The church minister near the spot called the community shot, and called the protests, intimidating. She's pushing back with an active hope to bring folks together. Graham made it clear there's no link to asylum seekers or immigrants, and police get the frustration from holding back details. They know the speculation lit a fire.

1:01Expect more cops patrolling Epsom this weekend, and if you got info or footage, hit them up online to help wrap this up.