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Scott Mills confirms he was investigated by police in first statement since sacking

Scott Mills confirms he was investigated by police in first statement since sacking

Summary

Scott Mills, a radio presenter, stated he was investigated by the police over a sexual offence. The investigation ended in 2019 due to lack of evidence to charge him. Mills was recently sacked from the BBC, which he attributes to new allegations about his conduct.

Key Facts

  • Scott Mills was investigated by police for a sexual offence.
  • The alleged incidents occurred between 1997 and 2000.
  • The police investigation began in 2016 and closed in 2019 due to insufficient evidence.
  • Mills fully cooperated with the investigation.
  • The Metropolitan Police investigated claims of sexual offences against a boy under 16.
  • Mills announced being sacked from the BBC, highlighting "rumour and speculation."
  • The BBC knew of the investigation in 2017 but sacked Mills after new allegations surfaced.
  • The BBC is reviewing what it knew about the case.

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