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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sam Russell

EastEnders star Shane Richie pleads not guilty to drink driving charge

  • EastEnders actor Shane Richie, appearing under his real name Shane Roche, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of drink-driving at Colchester Magistrates’ Court.
  • The 62-year-old was arrested at a Tesco petrol station in Harlow, Essex, on 29 July after allegedly driving a white Hyundai while above the alcohol limit.
  • Court heard that Richie allegedly recorded a breath reading of 65 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35 micrograms.
  • Appearing via video-link from a hotel, the actor apologised to the judge after briefly losing connection during the hearing.
  • Deputy District Judge Christopher Maynard granted Richie bail ahead of his trial at the same court on 17 November.

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EastEnders star Shane Richie denies drink-drinking after petrol station incident

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