Investigation into Labour MP over Alleged Sexual Assault
Introduction to the Investigation
A Labour MP is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police over an allegation of sexual assault at the well-known celeb hangout The Groucho club.
The male politician was interviewed under caution over the alleged attack at the private members club in Soho in August 2023.
He was then questioned about the incident again last month, The Sun reported.
It is unclear whether the MP knew he was under investigation when he stood for election last year.
Police Investigation
A Met spokesman said: ‘We are currently investigating reports of a sexual assault at Groucho Club in Soho in August 2023.
‘A man in his 30s was interviewed under caution at a London police station on Thursday, March 13.
‘A file of evidence has now been passed to the Crown Prosecution Service and enquiries continue.’
A Labour MP has been questioned over an allegation of sexual assault at the Groucho Club in Soho
The alleged attack happened in August 2023, but the politician was questioned by Scotland Yard last month
Related Incidents
The Groucho closed late last year after an alleged rape on its premises in November, for which a 34-year-old man was arrested.
However, the allegation against the MP is not connected to the incident on November 30, 2024.
It comes after Labour MP Dan Norris was arrested on suspicion of rape, child sex offences, child abduction and misconduct in a public office.
Dan Norris, a former Labour minister who ousted Jacob Rees-Mogg as MP for North East Somerset at last year’s General Election, was taken into custody after police raided his constituency home on Friday.
Dan Norris, a former Labour minister, is seen returning to his home following his arrest
Dan Norris, who ousted Jacob Rees-Mogg as the MP for North East Somerset at last year’s General Election, was taken into custody after police raided his constituency home on Friday
Mr Norris, who trained with the NSPCC and worked as a teacher and child protection officer, has been suspended from the party pending the investigation (Pictured: Mr Norris with Sir Keir Starmer in 2021)
Investigation Update
A spokeswoman for Avon and Somerset Police said: ‘In December 2024, we received a referral from another police force relating to alleged non-recent child sex offences having been committed against a girl.
‘Most of the offences are alleged to have occurred in the 2000s, but we’re also investigating an alleged offence of rape from the 2020s.
‘An investigation, led by officers within Operation Bluestone, our dedicated rape and serious sexual assault investigation team, remains ongoing and at an early stage.
‘The victim is being supported and given access to any specialist help or support she needs.
‘A man, aged in his sixties, was arrested on Friday on suspicion of sexual offences against a girl (under the Sexual Offences Act 1956), rape (under the Sexual Offences Act 2003), child abduction and misconduct in a public office.
‘He’s been released on conditional bail for enquiries to continue. This is an active and sensitive investigation, so we’d respectfully ask people not to speculate on the circumstances so our enquiries can continue unhindered.’
Labour Party Response
A Labour Party spokesperson said: ‘Dan Norris MP was immediately suspended by the Labour Party upon being informed of his arrest. We cannot comment further while the police investigation is ongoing.’
Conclusion
The investigation into the Labour MP and Dan Norris is ongoing, and both cases are being treated seriously by the authorities. The Labour Party has suspended Dan Norris pending the outcome of the investigation.
FAQs
Q: Who is being investigated for sexual assault?
A: A Labour MP is being investigated for an alleged sexual assault at The Groucho Club in Soho.
Q: What is the status of the investigation?
A: The investigation is ongoing, and a file of evidence has been passed to the Crown Prosecution Service.
Q: Is Dan Norris involved in the investigation?
A: Yes, Dan Norris, a former Labour minister, has been arrested on suspicion of rape, child sex offences, child abduction, and misconduct in a public office.
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