Manchester United footballer, Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault following allegations on social media.
Greater Manchester Police said it was made aware of “social media images and videos posted by a woman reporting incidents of physical violence“.
It added “we can confirm a man in his 20s has since been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault“.
Mason will remain in custody for questioning and inquiries are ongoing.
Images and allegations were shared on the Instagram page of his supposed girlfriend, Harriet Robson on Sunday morning and were subsequently widely shared across other forms of social media. They have, however, since been deleted.
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Manchester United earlier said the player would not return to training or matches until further notice.
The club added that they “do not condone violence of any kind” and had been made aware of the allegations on social media but would make no further comment until the “facts have been established“.
Mason Greenwood has not responded to the social media allegations.
The 20-year-old footballer, who made his debut for the club in March 2019, signed a four-year deal in February 2021 after rising up through the ranks of the United academy.
