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Stoke striker Berahino claimed he was fleeing from thieves when arrested on suspicion of drink-driving

The 25-year-old was detained by police at 3am on Monday after a ‘disturbance’ in London’s West End.

STOKE CITY STRIKER Saido Berahino has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving.

The 25-year-old was stopped while speeding away from a bar in Great Russell Street, London after the police were alerted of a ‘disturbance’ in the area.

The forward who alleged that he was fleeing an attack from a gang who stole his wristwatch has been detained for the reckless behaviour.

“On Monday, 18 February at around 03:00 hours, police were called to a disturbance in Great Russell Street, WC1,” read a Metropolitan Police statement.

“When officers arrived on the scene a car was seen to drive away at speed.

“The car was stopped by police in Bedford Square and a 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drink driving.

He was taken to a central London police station where he remains in custody.”

Berahino who has scored five goals in 26 appearances for Stoke City this season could face sanction from the club regarding the incident, as they will now hold an internal investigation. 

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    Mute Harry O'Callaghan
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    Dec 7th 2019, 1:48 AM

    If any player can deal with the pressure of being captain it’s this guy!

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    Mute David
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    Dec 7th 2019, 9:15 AM

    He is one dangerous looking man in that photo. I’m not sure if he should be made captain yet. Have a 6 nations run first maybe.

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    Mute Michael Murray
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    Dec 7th 2019, 6:27 AM

    …..there will be a ‘changing of the guard’ needed in Irish rugby soon with some brilliant players who have served the cause well put out to pasture. Rightly it should be sooner rather than later. . Can see AF giving himself a couple of games, even a full 6N, to position his squad for the inevitable heave that has to come.At that point putting young Ryan in charge should be considered.

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    Dec 7th 2019, 8:02 AM

    @Michael Murray: Hopefully we will all recognise the necessary rebuilding process for what it is and accept a fee bad results in the 6 Nations along the way.

    I have my doubts. These pages can make for harsh criticism at times.

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    Dec 7th 2019, 10:19 AM

    @Paul Ennis: ….agree and ill-informed criticism at that.

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