BBC calls in police over new Strictly allegations

The BBC has asked the police to investigate Strictly Come Dancing amid fresh allegations, according to reports.

- ELLIE CRABBE

The Sun On Sunday reported that the corporation has alerted the Metropolitan Police to new allegations about the dance competition show, the details of which it does not specify.

A BBC spokesperson said yesterday that the corporation does not comment on police investigations.

It comes after reports in The Sun earlier this month alleged two Strictly cast members' drug use was discussed by the BBC, and said that the corporation had appointed law firm Pinsent Masons to lead the investigation.