10/12/2012

Man Arrested As Part Of Savile Operation Yewtree

A man in his 60s has been arrested as part of the Jimmy Savile Operation Yewtree.

The man, from London, is being questioned at a south London police station, following his arrest at 06.45am, on suspicion of sexual offences, according to the Metropolitan Police.

The arrest is not connected to the allegations made against the late BBC presenter.

A total of 30 officers are working on the operation.

(GK)

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