A British soldier has been charged with the rape of a woman serving with UK forces in Cyprus. Lance Corporal Nicholas Horne was charged with one count of rape on 23 October, the Defence Serious Crime Command (DSCC) said. He was arrested on 19 October, two days after the DSCC was informed of the alleged rape. Horne serves in the 4th Battalion of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, also known as The Highlanders. The DSCC said the charge follows an investigation by the DSCC and service police partners. It added that anyone affected by sexual offences in the armed forces is encouraged to contact them. Horne is currently charged. The DSCC investigation is underway following his arrest.