Actor Shane Richie, known for his role as Alfie Moon in the BBC soap EastEnders, is facing a charge of drink-driving. Essex Police confirmed they were called to reports of a suspected drink-driver in the Harlow area shortly before 11:20 p.m. on Wednesday.
Police arrested the 62-year-old, whose real name is Shane Roche, at a petrol station forecourt. He has been charged with drink-driving and is due to appear at Colchester Magistrates' Court on September 9.
Richie, who is from Tadworth, Surrey, began his role on EastEnders in 2002. He has also had a career in theatre and music. The incident occurred on July 29.