A Strictly Come Dancing star who was taken into custody on suspicion of rape final October is not going to be prosecuted, Hertfordshire Police introduced on Tuesday night.
The person, whose identification stays protected for authorized causes, was detained on October 13, 2025 following allegations that he had assaulted a girl.
Detectives have now concluded their investigation, figuring out that the proof gathered was not adequate to assist legal proceedings.
The person was launched on bail following his preliminary arrest whereas officers performed their enquiries into the allegations.
The allegation got here whereas the newest sequence was on air in October 2025
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GETTYHertfordshire Police confirmed that after consulting with the Crown Prosecution Service that investigators determined towards pursuing costs, which means the person will face no additional motion in reference to the case.
The power launched an in depth assertion outlining the timeline of occasions, revealing that the suspect’s bail had been prolonged on January 6 till April 7, 2026 to allow extra enquiries.
“Early recommendation was sought from the Crown Prosecution Service, however detectives decided that there was inadequate proof to deliver ahead legal costs,” Hertfordshire Police acknowledged.
The case has now been formally closed, with the constabulary confirming no additional motion might be taken towards the arrested particular person.
Police confirmed that investigators determined towards pursuing costs
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It’s understood the alleged incident bore no connection to the latest sequence of Strictly Come Dancing, which broadcasts yearly between September and December from Elstree Studios in Borehamwood.
The programme has weathered appreciable controversy in recent times, together with allegations of “bullying” behaviour levelled towards former skilled Giovanni Pernice by movie star associate Amanda Abbington, which prompted a pricey inner assessment.
Dancer Graziano Di Prima was dismissed after admitting to kicking his associate Zara McDermott throughout rehearsals.
