Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has today been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. It comes just hours after he was told he couldn't play or train with the club, following allegations he was violent towards a woman.
Greater Manchester Police said they had been made aware on Sunday of “online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence”.
An investigation was launched by GMP, as they have now confirmed a man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.
The force said: “An investigation was launched and following inquiries we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. “He remains in custody for questioning. “Inquiries are ongoing." Get the latest updates from across Greater Manchester direct to your inbox with the free MEN newsletter You can sign up very simply by following the instructions here A statement from United on Sunday afternoon read: “Mason Greenwood will not return to training or play matches until further notice.” In an earlier statement Manchester United had said the club was aware of images and allegations circulating on social media, adding: “Manchester United does not condone violence of any kind.” Striker Greenwood, 20, has not yet responded to the allegations made against him.
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