An unnamed star from Strictly Come Dancing has been arrested on suspicion of rape, it has been revealed.
Hertfordshire Police confirmed the alleged perpetrator – a man – has been arrested and released on bail. It comes after another man involved with the popular BBC dance show was also arrested on suspicion of rape in August. Neither his identity nor the role he had in the programme have been revealed yet.
Here's everything we know about the new Strictly Come Dancing rape allegations...
Who is the alleged victim in the Strictly rape case?
According to The Sun, the alleged victim – a woman – was not a contestant or professional dancer on Strictly, but had met the man through his participation in the competition.
Who is the alleged perpetrator in the Strictly rape case?
Details of the alleged perpetrator have not been released, and he cannot be named for legal reasons. His role on Strictly has not been confirmed either.
Hertfordshire Police confirmed the man was arrested in London on 13 October, but he has since been released on bail as the investigation continues.
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Where did the Strictly rape allegations happen?
Per The Sun's report, the man is alleged to have raped a woman after a BBC event. It's unclear which event this was or where it happened, but the police force said the allegations relate to an incident which happened in Hertfordshire.
When did the Strictly rape allegations take place?
The alleged incident happened in 2024.
Do the rape allegations relate to the current season of Strictly?
It is understood that the rape allegations that have come to light are not related to the current series of Strictly, which is airing on BBC.
What have the police said about the Strictly rape allegations?
In a statement, Hertfordshire Police said: "A man was released on police bail under investigation having been arrested in London on Monday 13 October on suspicion of rape."
"Inquiries by officers from Hertfordshire Constabulary's Public Protection team will continue," the statement went on. "Given the nature of the allegations, it would be inappropriate to make any further comment at this time."
What has the BBC said about the Strictly rape allegations?
"It would not be appropriate to comment on an ongoing police investigation," a BBC spokesperson said in response to the latest allegations.
According to The Sun, however, a source within the corporation said the allegations were an "absolute nightmare" for the BBC. Describing it as "a heartbreaking situation," the insider went on: "Bosses have done their utmost to steady the ship and make the show as scandal-free as possible, and yet now this has happened."
"The BBC is taking this very seriously and will absolutely offer support to all concerned," the source continued.
