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French man charged with rape and murder of girl, 2, in Chertsey

A murder investigation has been launched after a child’s body was discovered in #Chertsey earlier this evening (25 June). Officers were called to an address in Pyrcroft Road around 5.40pm following reports of a concern for safety. On arrival, a three-year-old girl was sadly found dead inside the property. A 31-year-old man was arrested at the address on suspicion of murder. He was taken to hospital with a serious injury and will be taken into custody once he has been treated. At this stage our enquiries lead us to believe that this took place within a family setting and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. An investigation, led by Surrey Police’s Major Crime Team, is underway to establish the circumstances of the girl’s death. The Senior Investigating Officer from the Major Crime Team said: “This is a tragic incident, and our officers are working hard to build a picture of what happened. We have made an arrest in connection with this incident and at this stage, we are not looking to identify anyone else in connection with our investigation. We have no reason to believe there is any risk to the public.” “There is a significant police presence in Pyrcroft Road and this will remain over the coming days. We appreciate that the incident itself, as well as the significant police presence, will be concerning for local residents and we would like to thank them for their cooperation as we conduct our investigation. We will provide further updates as soon as we are in a position to.” If you have any information which could help our investigation, please contact us via direct message quoting PR/SYP-20260625-0759. If you do not wish to leave your name, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. See less (UKNIP)
A murder investigation has been launched after a child’s body was discovered in Chertsey (Picture: UKNIP)

A French national granted leave to remain in the UK has been charged with the rape and murder of a two-year-old girl.

Police were called to her home in a block of flats in Chertsey at around 5.40pm on Thursday following concerns for her safety.

They found her body and a 31-year-old man with serious injuries. He was arrested before being taken to hospital and will be taken into custody following treatment.

Kevin Kerjean, 31, was also charged with rape of a child under 13 and sexual assault of a child under 13.

The French national, born in the Central African Republic, appeared at Guildford Magistrates’ Court on Saturday and was remanded in custody ahead of his next appearance at Guildford Crown Court on Monday.

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The Home Office has confirmed Kerjean legally entered the UK and applied for European Union Settled Status in December 2020.

He was granted leave to remain in the UK in March 2021 and received an extension which gave him permission to remain until March 2031.

Surrey Police launched a murder investigation after the body of a three-year-old girl was discovered at a home in Pyrcroft Road, Chertsey, on 25 June. Officers arrived around 5.40pm following a welfare concern call. The child was found deceased inside the property, prompting a serious probe into the tragedy. Arrest Made At Scene A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder at the property. He sustained a serious injury and was taken to the hospital before being taken into police custody. Authorities believe the incident happened within a family environment and are not seeking anyone else in connection with the case. ?? Major Crime Team Leads Inquiry Surrey Police???s Major Crime Team is spearheading the investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding the young girl???s death. Officers are working to build a full picture while maintaining a strong presence in the neighbourhood. Community Reassurance The Senior Investigating Officer confirmed there is no ongoing public risk and reassured residents despite the significant police activity in Pyrcroft Road. Locals have been thanked for their cooperation during the probe. Call For Information Police urge anyone with information related to the case to come forward via direct message quoting reference PR/SYP-20260625-0759. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be given through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Surrey Police said the girl’s body was found in a semi-detached house (Picture: UKNIP)

A Surrey police spokesperson said: ‘We are aware of commentary online detailing that the incidents of Thursday took place in an asylum seeker HMO (Houses in Multiple Occupation). This is incorrect.

‘At this time, it is understood that those involved were known to each other and officers believe it took place within a family setting.’

A bouquets of flowers were left at the entrance to Syward Place, a flat complex on the corner of Pycroft Road and Bell Bridge Road.

Detective Chief Superintendent Jon Groenen said: ‘This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the child’s family, as well as all those who knew her.

‘Our teams are working hard to build a picture of what happened, and a significant police presence will remain in Pyrcroft Road over the coming days.

‘We appreciate that the incident itself, as well as the significant police presence, will be concerning for residents and we would like to thank them for their co-operation as we conduct our investigation.’

The force said: ‘At this stage, we are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.’

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