MP Arrested Over Shocking Sexual Assault Allegations
Scotland Yard Makes Arrest
Scotland Yard confirmed today that a man has been arrested on suspicion of indecent assault, sexual assault, rape, abuse of a position of trust, and misconduct in a public office.
Alleged Crimes Date Back Over a Decade
The Metropolitan Police revealed the alleged sexual offences took place in London between 2002 and 2009. The force first received a complaint in January 2020 and has spent two years investigating the disturbing claims.
MP Faces Suspension Amid Probe
The arrested individual is an unnamed MP who now risks suspension from his party. Detectives from the Central Specialist Crime unit are continuing their investigation.
Parliamentary Ban Issued
Chief Whip Chris Heaton-Harris has stepped in, asking the MP to stay away from Parliament while inquiries are ongoing.
