06/01/2015

Rape Investigation Against MP Mark Pritchard Dropped

An investigation into rape allegations against Conservative MP Mark Pritchard have been dropped, Scotland Yard has confirmed.

Mr Pritchard, MP for The Wrekin in Shropshire, was arrested on 2 December, however he was released on police bail.

He has now been informed no further action will be taken.

(CD/JP)

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