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Amir Khan Bolton assault claims withdrawn | Amir Khan Bolton assault claims withdrawn |
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Allegations of assault made against the former world champion boxer Amir Khan have been withdrawn, police have confirmed. | Allegations of assault made against the former world champion boxer Amir Khan have been withdrawn, police have confirmed. |
The 27-year-old had been arrested on suspicion of assault following an incident involving two youths in Bolton on Friday. | The 27-year-old had been arrested on suspicion of assault following an incident involving two youths in Bolton on Friday. |
The Olympic silver medallist was questioned over the complaint in Russell Street by police. | |
Khan's management said the matter would not be pursued further. | Khan's management said the matter would not be pursued further. |
A spokesman said it was "a misunderstanding between Amir Khan and two other youths". | A spokesman said it was "a misunderstanding between Amir Khan and two other youths". |
He added: "Amir was notified by the police that the allegations against him had been withdrawn and the matter would not be pursued any further." | |
Greater Manchester Police confirmed the matter would not be pursued, after the allegations were withdrawn earlier. |
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