By Our Reporter
Police swooped to arrest a top footballer after a woman accused him of raping her during a holiday in the Med. The Police which refused to name the suspect however gave descriptions that matched the profile of Heung-min Son. It was previously thought it was Thomas Partey but new
reports indicate Partey is Germany on a preseason tour with Arsenal.
The international star — one of the best players at his Premier League side — was handcuffed and taken into custody yesterday.
He was held on suspicion of rape after six police cars arrived at his multi-million-pound gated mansion at 3am, while he was asleep.
The well-known player — in his late 20s — spent at least 15 hours being quizzed by detectives.
The ace — still in custody last night — had already begun training and was due to fly out on a pre-season tour with his club.
A woman in her 20s has claimed that she was raped during a sunshine break last month.
The alleged victim had fled the five-star resort and flown home to her friends and family.
She spoke to police on her return to the UK — and on Sunday evening she attended a police station and made a full statement in support of her claims.
She showed detectives photos that she claimed highlighted bruising on her body after the alleged attack. Just hours after she finished her statement, a huge police presence was seen at the star’s home.
The player was set to appear at the World Cup in Qatar later this year. Stunned footballers were last night sharing news as word of the rape claim swept Premier League stars’ WhatsApp groups.
“A man was arrested at an address in London on suspicion of rape and taken into custody where he remains. Inquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.”
Last night the arrested star’s club was approached for comment.