Saltburn star Jacob Elordi is now under police investigation and fans are wondering why that is happening. Fans are also curious about radio producer Joshua Fox‘s allegations of assault against Elordi. Here is all you need to know about the drama.
Saltburn actor Jacob Elordi’s assault investigation explained
Jacob Elordi is currently involved in a police investigation after an altercation with The Kyle & Jackie O producer Joshua Fox.
As originally reported by The Daily Telegraph of Australia, on Saturday, 3rd February 2024, Jacob Elordi who was staying at a hotel in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, was approached by Joshua Fox, a producer for The Kyle & Jackie O Show airing on KIIS FM. According to Fox’s account of the event (via Triton Digital on Monday morning), he asked the Euphoria star whether he could get some bath water for Jackie O’s birthday while filming, referencing the viral bath water scene from Saltburn involving Elordi.
As Fox further revealed, Elordi was angered by the request and asked him to stop filming the footage and delete it. The situation escalated further when Fox was pushed against the wall by Elordi, who proceeded to put his hands on Fox’s throat. Joshua Fox also revealed recalling feeling intimidated by Elordi who he claimed was much taller than him.
New South Wales Police, who have detained Elordi, addressed in a statement to Variety that they are currently investigating the matter.
Who is radio producer Joshua Fox and what are his allegations against Jacob Elordi?
Joshua Fox is a radio producer for The Kyle & Jackie O Show airing on KIIS FM. He has alleged being physically assaulted by Jacob Elordi.
Elordi or his representatives have yet to respond to the allegations. Jacob Elordi’s representatives have also not provided a statement to Variety.
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