Conservative MP arrested in Surrey
Reigate MP Crispin Blunt has posted on social media claiming it is him and that he's been interviewed twice
Conservative MP and former minister Crispin Blunt says he has been arrested on suspicion of rape and possession of controlled substances.
In a statement on X, the Reigate MP said: "It has been reported that an MP was arrested yesterday in connection with an allegation of rape.
"I am confirming that MP was me. The fact of the arrest requires a formal notification of the Speaker and then my chief whip.
"I have now been interviewed twice in connection with this incident, the first time three weeks ago, when I initially reported my concern over extortion. The second time was earlier this morning under caution following arrest.
"The arrest was unnecessary as I remain ready to co-operate fully with the investigation that I am confident will end without charge."
He added: "I do not intend to say anything further on this matter until the police have completed their inquiries."
Surrey Police said a man in his 60's was detained on Wednesday morning in Horley.
The Conservative Party said it would not comment on a live police investigation.