30 Sep 2014

DJ Dr Fox held over alleged sex offences

DJ Neil Fox is arrested over alleged historical sex offences against two women. The 53-year-old Magic FM presenter is being questioned at a police station in central London.

According to reports, DJ Fox was arrested in Soho at the studios of Magic FM – where he presents the breakfast show.

A spokesman for Bauer Media said: “Bauer Media can confirm that Neil Fox, presenter of the Magic Radio breakfast show, was today arrested by Westminster Police. He is currently being questioned about various allegations.

‘No link to Operation Yewtree’

“In the circumstances Neil will be off air from tomorrow to enable him to devote his full attention to dealing with these matters. All other aspects of his contract will remain unchanged while matters are resolved. We can make no further comment at this stage.”

His arrest is not part of high profile sex crime investigation Operation Yewtree.

Scotland Yard did not name the broadcaster, but said that a 53-year-old man was being questioned.

In the circumstances Neil will be off air from tomorrow to enable him to devote his full attention to dealing with these matters. Bauer Media spokesman

A spokeswoman said: “Officers from Westminster this morning arrested a 53-year-old man following allegations of historical sexual assault against two women.

“The man remains in custody at a central London police station. We have searched an address in SW6 and in the Littlehampton area. The man was arrested at a business address in W1.”