Following an investigation into the popular BBC program Strictly Come Dancing before the television series premiere, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed they are looking into drug-related crimes.
Police have said they are investigating drug allegations on Strictly Come Dancing. This weekend, it was reported that the BBC called in the cops after lawyers began an inquiry into the hit dance competition.
It followed an inquiry into the show amid claims two of its stars had used cocaine. Strictly has been marred by controversies over the past few years, with the latest coming just weeks before its return to screens.
In order to investigate recent drug allegations, the BBC hired the top legal firm Pinsent Masons earlier this month. Former participants, professional dancers, and crew members have been contacted by solicitors to discuss any possible issues.
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The Metropolitan Police have now responded to the Mirror with the following statement: “On Tuesday 12 August, the Metropolitan Police received an allegation about drug-related offences.
Police are looking into the information while conducting further inquiries to determine whether a crime has been committed. At this time, we won’t be adding any more comments.
According to a source, “The BBC’s recent string of crises have now brought in the police to investigate allegations surrounding Strictly.”
“This is a very dramatic turn of events. Despite all the show and its team have been through over recent months, it’s hugely controversial that you’ve now got Scotland Yard detectives probing Strictly.
They added to The Sun: “This is their biggest prime-time family entertainment show, so it’s not a good look for the BBC.” It is believed this is the first time the BBC has been in contact with the police over allegations linked to the show.
The BBC stated that they would not comment on any police inquiries when the Mirror approached them yesterday. We have clear protocols and procedures in place to handle any serious complaint that comes up against us, according to a BBC spokesperson earlier this month. If someone has questions, we always encourage them to contact us. We shouldn’t comment on anything more.
A top legal firm was hired by the BBC earlier this month to investigate allegations of two stars using cocaine, according to reports that the show’s host’s drug use was kept a secret.
One of the allegations, according to The Sun, involves a Strictly star allegedly making a comment about another person’s dilated pupils, giving off a hint of drug use. They said, “They’re off their faces, have you seen them?”
According to reports, bosses have since offered those stars a chance to get treated. Additionally, it was claimed that upcoming tours, which are known to include after-parties, could have the option of having random drug tests added.
The BBC needs comment, according to The Mirror.
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Source: Mirror
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