Johnson In Police Custody

Sunderland player Adam Johnson has been arrested on suspicion of having sex with a girl under 16, according to Sky News.

The 27 year old was detained earlier in the day and is still in police custody helping police with their enquiries

In a statement, Durham police said: ‘A 27-year-old man was arrested earlier today on suspicion of sexual activity with a girl under 16.

‘He remains in police custody and is helping officers with their inquiries.’

The club have suspended the player pending the outcome of a police investigation.