MP Crispin Blunt arrested on suspicion of rape and drug possession

The Conservative MP Crispin Blunt has been arrested on suspicion of rape and possession of controlled substances. Blunt, who has been the MP for Reigate since 1997, said he had been interviewed twice by police. The first interview was three weeks ago, he said, “when I initially reported my concern over extortion”. “The second time was earlier this morning under caution following arrest,” he added. “The arrest was unnecessary as I remain ready to co-operate fully with the investigation that I am confident will end without charge.” Read the best of our journalism: Subscribe to The Times and The Sunday Times YouTube channel: Find us on Facebook: Find us on Twitter: Find us on Instagram: #crispinblunt #ukpolitics #westminster