Actor Shane Richie, 62, faces a drink-driving charge following an incident at a Tesco petrol station in Harlow, Essex, multiple reports say. The dispute begins after Richie is reportedly seen vaping at the station. Staff challenge him, and police are then called after an argument between Richie and petrol station workers.
One account describes Richie’s actions at the forecourt leading to the confrontation with staff and the subsequent involvement of police. The same report states that he later faces a drink-driving charge, indicating that police inquiries include a potential allegation related to driving and alcohol.
The reports also note that Richie is known for playing Alfie Moon on the BBC soap opera “EastEnders.” The available information focuses on the location, the vaping-related argument with staff, and the drink-driving charge mentioned in connection with the police response. Further details such as the circumstances of any driving, timing of tests, or outcomes are not included in the provided summaries.