A well-known TV sports presenter has been taken into custody over allegations of raping a child, The Sun has reported.The broadcaster was arrested after police conducted an early morning raid at his residence this week.
During the operation, authorities are said to have confiscated various documents and electronic devices for examination. After being interrogated by detectives, the presenter was detained for 18 hours and subsequently released on bail while investigations continue.The charges against him are understood to be historical, involving a minor who was under the age of 10 at the time of the alleged incidents.
Allegations suggest that the child was assaulted multiple times. At the time of the supposed crimes, the accused was actively working in the TV industry.
It's believed that his employers have been notified about the ongoing police investigation, although his colleagues were reportedly unaware until now.The allegations were brought forward recently, leading to their report to the authorities, reports the Mirror.
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