Mason Greenwood Released on Bail After Arrest for Allegations of Rape and Assault by Girlfriend Harriet Robson
The young striker was arrested on Sunday after his girlfriend Harriet Robson shared disturbing pictures and audio clips alleging rape and assault. He was also suspended from footballing activities by his club Manchester United.
Mason Greenwood has been released from custody on bail after he was arrested on Sunday following suspicion of rape and assault. He was earlier subjected to 'further arrest' on Tuesday by Greater Manchester Police for suspicion of sexual assault and giving threats to kill. The police are still investigating this issue. This comes after Greenwood's girlfriend Harriet Robson shared pictures of what she alleged was the footballer's abuse of her. The pictures, video and also audio clips that she had taken the football world by shock. They have been removed from her Instagram profile now. Mason Greenwood Will Not Play for Manchester United Until Further Notice, Red Devils Issue a Statement After Police Arrest Striker Over Sexual Assault Case
Manchester United later had suspended the player from training and playing games until further notice. Greenwood was also shunned on Instagram by some of his top Manchester United teammates, namely Cristiano Ronaldo, Paul Pogba and David De Gea to name a few. Nike then suspended sponsorship ties with Greenwood and Cadbury, who are one of Manchester United's partners, stated that they would not involve the young striker in any of their marketing campaigns. Mason Greenwood ‘Further Arrested’ on Suspicion of Sexual Assault and Threats To Kill by Greater Manchester Police
Greenwood was also removed from the popular football game FIFA 22 as investigations are carrying on, into this issue. The 20-year old is one of the most promising talents in England and has also represented the country, having made it to the top from Manchester United's academy.
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