Former Pop Idol judge and current Magic FM radio DJ, Neil Fox was arrested this morning following the allegations of "historic sexual assault" against two females.
A spokesperson for Scotland Yard confirmed the arrest had been made this morning, but clarified it was not linked to the Operation Yewtree investigation that began following the scandal surrounding Jimmy Saville: "Officers from Westminster have this morning, Tuesday, 30 September, arrested a 53-year-old man following allegations of historic sexual assault against two women. The man remains in custody at a central London police station.
"On 30 September, officers searched an address in SW6 and in the Liittlehampton area of West Sussex. The man was arrested at a business address in W1."
In the aftermath of his arrest, a spokesperson for Magic FM's owners, Bauer Media said of the matter: "Bauer Media can confirm that Neil Fox, presenter of the Magic Radio breakfast show, was today arrested by Westminster Police. He is currently being questioned about various allegations. In the circumstances Neil will be off air from tomorrow to enable him to devote his full attention to dealing with these matters.
"All other aspects of his contract will remain unchanged while matters are resolved. We can make no further comment at this stage."
Neil Fox was arrested earlier today (WENN)
A rep for Neil Fox has been approached for comment.
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