Police continue to quiz Mason Greenwood after arrest over rape and assault allegations

30 January 2022, 10:25 | Updated: 1 February 2022, 05:26

Manchester United star Mason Greenwood remains in custody after being arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.

He is facing further questions from police today. Crime scene investigators from Greater Manchester Police were seen parked outside the footballer’s house in Bowdon, on Sunday afternoon.

Greater Manchester Police said in a statement: "Greater Manchester Police was made aware earlier today (Sunday 30 January) of online social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence.

"An investigation was launched and following enquiries we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault.

"He remains in custody for questioning. Enquiries are ongoing."

It comes after Mr Greenwood was suspended from Manchester United over the allegations.

A statement from United read: "Mason Greenwood will not return to training or play matches until further notice."

The announcement came after after a woman accused him of attacking her in a series of social media posts.

An earlier statement from the club read: "We are aware of images and allegations circulating on social media. We will not make any further comment until the facts have been established.

"Manchester United does not condone violence of any kind."

After the second statement confirming the England forward had been suspended, the Manchester United Supporters Trust posted on Twitter: "The club has now confirmed that Mason Greenwood will not return to training or play matches until further notice. MUST fully support the decision of the club in this regard."

A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said earlier: "Greater Manchester Police is aware of images and videos circulating on social media. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances."

Mason Greenwood has not yet responded to the allegations.