Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood further arrested on charges of making threats to kill and sexual assault
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Updated 01/02/2022 at 23:09 GMT
Manchester United and England striker Mason Greenwood has been further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and threats to kill. The news comes after he was initially arrested on suspicion of rape and assault on Sunday. Greater Manchester Police have been granted further time to question the 20-year-old.
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Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood has been further arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill and sexual assault.
The 20-year-old forward, who is also an England international, was arrested on Sunday on suspicion of rape and assault.
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that they have been granted more time to question Greenwood, after a first extension was given on Monday.
After the earlier accusations made against Greenwood, United said that the player would not train with or play for the club until further notice.
"We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and will continue to closely monitor the situation," a spokesman said.
Following the news of more charges, Manchester United issued another statement on the subject, saying: "Manchester United reiterates its strong condemnation of violence of any kind. As previously communicated, Mason Greenwood will not train with, or play for, the club until further notice."
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