Leslie in rape arrest
Former Blue Peter presenter John Leslie has been arrested on suspicion of rape, it was reported today.
Scotland Yard confirmed a man in his 40s was questioned by detectives over an allegation of rape and sexual assault in November 1995.
Last night a spokesman for the Metropolitan Police said: "Officers are investigating an allegation of rape and indecent assault on a woman dating from November 1995.
"At approximately 7pm this evening a man aged in his 40s attended a London police station by appointment and was arrested in connection with the inquiry.
Leslie, picturted, was previously acquitted of two counts of indecent assault on a 23-year-old actress.
The full article contains 113 words and appears in EP Leeds First & County newspaper.
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Last Updated:
24 June 2008 7:15 AM
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Source:
EP Leeds First & County
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Location:
Leeds
