A Strictly Come Dancing star has been arrested on suspicion of raping a woman following a BBC event, it is reported.

The claimant was not a contestant on the show or a pro dancer, but allegedly met the accused as a result of the man’s participation in the BBC show.

A man, who can not be named at this time, was arrested last month, according to The Sun.

Hertfordshire Police last night confirmed to the publication an arrest had taken place.

‘A man was released on police bail under investigation having been arrested in London on Monday 13 October on suspicion of rape,’ they said in a statement.

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‘Meanwhile inquiries by officers from Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Public Protection team will continue. ‘Given the nature of the allegations, it would be ina

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