Jeffrey Donaldson Faces Police Interview Over Alleged 2016 Westminster Rape
Metropolitan Police confirm investigation into 63-year-old man following referral from Northern Ireland authorities.
Sarah Connor
Jeffrey Donaldson is to be interviewed by London police regarding an alleged rape.
The Metropolitan Police received the report on Tuesday, October 13, detailing an alleged incident from 2016.
The Met confirmed a 63-year-old man is under investigation in connection with the allegation.
Metropolitan Police stated the report, referred by the Police Service of Northern Ireland, concerned an allegation of rape in 2016 by a man now aged 63. The allegation relates to one victim, who specialist officers are supporting.
No arrests have been made, and enquiries are ongoing.
No arrests have been made, and enquiries are ongoing. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the investigation remains in its early stages.
Police Service of Northern Ireland officers interviewed the alleged victim before passing the case to Scotland Yard. Donaldson was stripped of his knighthood and removed from the Privy Council following his conviction.
Donaldson's solicitor confirmed papers have been lodged for an appeal against his conviction. Police enquiries continue.