EastEnders filming came to a dead stop when something real happened on set. A woman suddenly pulled back from a man and shouted for help. The crew froze as the energy shifted. What happened next was not in the script. Keep scrolling to know more.
EastEnders Set Turns Tense As Extra Removed
The man, an extra believed to be in his fifties, made an unwanted move toward a woman while a scene was being filmed. She reacted right away, and people nearby stepped in fast. The crew asked the man to leave. But he did not go.
Instead, he got angry. Security came in to handle him. He did not go quietly. His reaction made things worse, so police were called soon after. Officers showed up at the studio and arrested him. He is facing charges of sexual assault and common assault. The second charge came from the way he acted when security tried to remove him. He is now out on bail while the case stays open.
Cast Nearby As Incident Unfolds
Adam Woodyatt was nearby when it happened. He is known to fans for playing Ian Beale. Other cast members were close too, filming near the Queen Vic. Cameras did not record the moment, but several people on set saw it happen.
The woman looked shaken. Filming stopped right away. She was given space and support. After things had settled, filming started again. The BBC later said the crew acted fast and followed safety steps. For more EastEnders updates and spoilers, follow Soap Opera Daily.