Former Strictly star ‘arrested on suspicion of rape’
- On Friday, August 22, police detained a male participant from BBC's Strictly Come Dancing in connection with allegations of sexual assault and the unauthorized sharing of intimate images.
- The arrest followed a third-party allegation involving sexual and drug-related offences leading to a joint investigation with Hertfordshire Constabulary.
- This inquiry occurs amid previous claims of drug abuse by stars on the show, and the alleged victim is receiving support from specialist officers.
- A spokesperson for the Met Police confirmed that the case is being handled jointly with Hertfordshire Constabulary and encouraged anyone who has relevant information to come forward.
- The arrest marks one of the BBC's biggest crises related to Strictly Come Dancing shortly before the series launch and ongoing investigations.
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Strictly Come Dancing star arrested on suspicion of rape, police confirm
A man in his 30s who has appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, has been arrested on suspicion of rape.
·Hexham, United Kingdom
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