EastEnders star Shane Richie charged with drink-driving
1 Aug 2026, 12:18 Updated: 55m ago The actor, best known for playing Alfie Moon in the show, was arrested in Harlow 1 Aug 2026, 12:18 | Updated: 55m ago
Shane Ritchie has been charged with drink-driving.
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TV presenter and Eastenders actor Shane Richie will appear in court next month charged with drink-driving. Richie, 62, who’s real name is Shane Roche, is best known for playing Alfie Moon in EastEnders, with the star arrested in Harlow on Wednesday.The actor was pulled over after officers were called to reports of a suspected drink-driver shortly before 11.20pm, Essex Police said.In a statement, the force said: “Officers were called to reports of a suspected drink driver in the area of Church Langley Way, Harlow, shortly before 11.20pm on Wednesday 29 July.Read more: Uefa slams Gianni Infantino insisting it has 'lost confidence' in Fifa leadership over $20bn World Cup sell-off planRead more: Brooklyn Beckham's parents-in-law face second dog attack lawsuit
Shane Ritchie arrives at St. Paul's Church in Blackpool for the funeral of Linda Nolan. The Dublin-born star died on January 15 aged 65 in Blackpool Victoria Hospital surrounded by her family. Picture date: Saturday February 1, 2025.
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“On arrival, officers arrested a man. "A charge of drink driving has subsequently been authorised against Shane Roche, 62, of Tadworth, Surrey.“He is due to appear at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday September 9.”He is due to appear at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on September 9.Richie’s representative has been contacted for comment.
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