The Metropolitan Police say they are assessing a third party report relating to claims of sexual offences committed by a male, after allegations were made against actor Noel Clarke.
Earlier this week, The Guardian published allegations of misconduct from 20 women who knew Clarke in a professional capacity.
Clarke has previously said he “vehemently” denies allegations of sexual misconduct or criminal behaviour but said he will be seeking professional help and has apologised “deeply” for his actions.
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In a statement, the police said no investigation is currently taking place.
A Metropolitan Police statement said on Saturday: “On Wednesday April 21, police received a third party report relating to allegations of sexual offences allegedly committed by a male over a period of time.
In a statement, the police said no investigation is currently taking place.
A Metropolitan Police statement said on Saturday: “On Wednesday April 21, police received a third party report relating to allegations of sexual offences allegedly committed by a male over a period of time.
“Officers are currently assessing the information. There is no investigation at this time.”
On Friday evening, ITV pulled the concluding episode of drama Viewpoint, which starred the 45-year-old.
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Broadcaster Sky, which has aired three series of Clarke’s series Bulletproof, has said it is halting work with Clarke following the accusations.
Police say they have received a third party report of sex offence claims and urge any alleged victims to come forward hours after Noel Clarke furiously denied any sexual misconduct or criminal wrongdoing over sex claims
The force said: On Wednesday 21 April police received a third party report relating to allegations of sexual offences committed by a male over a period of time. Officers are currently assessing the information
A third party report is when claims are made to an organisation separate from the police. This type of report is anonymous and means the claims cannot be probed by officers but can be used as intelligence
The actress, 35, who appeared opposite the actor in the 2006 film shared the image of the Time s Up logo on Instagram after Noel was accused of sexual misconduct by 20 women.
Metropolitan Police officers are assessing a third party report relating to “allegations of sexual offences committed by a male over a period of time”, the force has said, days after the emergence of a string of allegations against actor Noel Clarke.