A man has been charged with assaulting two female police officers following an incident in Epsom at the weekend.
The incident occurred at around 6.40pm on Sunday, 16 November on Pine Hill.
The two response officers, who are based at Reigate Police Station, required hospital treatment for facial injuries following the incident. They are due to return to work within a week.
East Surrey Chief Inspector Santi Gil, said: “Thankfully both officers assaulted during this incident will make a full recovery.
“One officer sustained a cut above the eye and severe bruising to the face which will take some time to heal. The other officer suffered a badly sprained wrist, but they both demonstrated true professionalism throughout.
“On behalf of all at Surrey Police I wish both officers a speedy recovery.”
Thomas William Kilbride, 18, of no fixed abode was charged on Monday, 17 November and is due to appear at Guildford Magistrates Court today (Tuesday, 18 November).
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