Kieran Hayler – ex-husband of Katie Price – has said he is “devastated” by “untrue” allegations of rape.
Katie married Kieran in 2013, with the couple’s divorce being granted last year.
They have two young kids together – Bunny and Jett.
Kieran is also dad to baby son Apollo with fiancée Michelle Penticost.
What did Kieran Hayler say about the allegations?
A spokesperson for Kieran, 34, commented: “Kieran is absolutely devastated by these untrue allegations and has requested to meet the investigating officer as soon as possible to clear his name.
He will fight to clear his name and moreover for those responsible to be brought to justice.
“He is certain that these allegations are false and have been fabricated by a third party in an act of revenge.”
Read more: Katie Price makes ‘hateful’ claim about ex-husband Peter Andre
The statement concluded: “He will fight to clear his name and moreover for those responsible to be brought to justice.”
What are the allegations?
Sussex Police are reported to have asked Kieran to attend a voluntary interview with them next week.
It’s reported that the claims relate to three incidents said to have taken place with an underage girl in 2016.
Read more: Kieran Hayler says ex-wife Katie Price ‘should be in prison’ following drink-drive crash
What have the police said about it?
Sussex Police have issued a statement regarding the historic rape claims.
It said: “We are investigating a report that in 2016 a girl was raped by an adult male known to her at a location in West Sussex.
“No arrest has been made at present. The girl is receiving support from specially trained officers.”
View this post on Instagram
What has Keiran Hayler said about it?
Kieran has so far only spoken through his rep.
He did post pictures of his new baby and his older kids on Instagram yesterday, though, before the allegations came to light.
Fans rallied round the star on the post, sending their support to him in the comments section.
One said: “Stay strong Kieran and family. No one believes this.”
Head to our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix and tell us what you think of this story.