EastEnders star Shane Richie charged with drink-driving
The actor, best known for playing Alfie Moon in the show, was arrested in Harlow
TV presenter and Eastenders actor Shane Richie will appear in court next month charged with drink-driving.
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Richie, 62, who’s real name is Shane Roche, is best known for playing Alfie Moon in EastEnders, with the star arrested in Harlow on Wednesday.
The actor was pulled over after officers were called to reports of a suspected drink-driver shortly before 11.20pm, Essex Police said.
In a statement, the force said: “Officers were called to reports of a suspected drink driver in the area of Church Langley Way, Harlow, shortly before 11.20pm on Wednesday 29 July.
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“On arrival, officers arrested a man.
"A charge of drink driving has subsequently been authorised against Shane Roche, 62, of Tadworth, Surrey.
“He is due to appear at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday September 9.”
He is due to appear at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on September 9.
Richie’s representative has been contacted for comment.