A man associated with the UK version of “Married at First Sight” is arrested on suspicion of rape, according to multiple reports. The arrest comes after a BBC Panorama investigation into the reality TV show that was broadcast in May and described allegations made by former cast members.
Several outlets report that the Panorama programme included claims by two women alleging rape by male co-stars, and additional allegations involving non-consensual sexual activity. Following the broadcast, the Metropolitan Police is described as investigating an ongoing case.
According to reporting, Met officers arrested a man in his 30s on Thursday, 18 June, on suspicion of rape. One outlet says the man is released on bail while the investigation continues. The reports do not indicate the outcome of the investigation or the specific identity of the man, beyond references to a cast member connected to the show.
