Police contacted over allegations BBC presenter paid teenager for explicit pics

Police contacted over allegations BBC presenter paid teenager for explicit pictures (Image: GETTY) The Metropolitan Police has confirmed that it is in contact with the BBC over recent explicit image allegations. In a statement, the service said it had received “initial contact” from representatives of the broadcasters, but that “no formal referral or allegation has been made”. Officials will only move forward once they have received additional information, they added. The statement continued: “We will require additional information before determining what further action should follow.” The BBC had earlier said it was in touch with the service regarding the allegations, and officials have insisted they are handling the matter “seriously and with urgency”. We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story. For the latest news and breaking news visit: /news Follow our social media accounts here on facebook.com/DailyExpress and @daily_express