Former Labour MP for Hove Ivor Caplin has been arrested on suspicion of engaging in sexual communication with a child just months after he was suspended from the party over serious allegations.
A video shared on social media shows a man who identifies himself as the former Labour MP Ivor Caplin being handcuffed by police officers.
Sussex Police confirmed they have arrested a 66-year-old man on suspicion of engaging in sexual communication with a child.
In May last year, Mr Caplin was suspended over undisclosed ‘serious allegations’ – which he denies.
A police spokesperson said: ‘We are aware of footage circulating on social media showing a man in Brighton being detained on suspicion of engaging in sexual communication with a child.
‘Officers can confirm that a local 66-year-old man was arrested on Saturday January 11 and currently remains in custody.
‘This is an ongoing and active investigation.’
It is understood that Mr Caplin denies all allegations against him.
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