MAFS UK star 'jailed 'after disappearing from RAF to appear on show (original) (raw)

Married at First Sight star jailed after disappearing from RAF to appear on show

Alex Henry abandoned his post at an electronic warfare base to try to find love and fame on Channel 4's dating show - but was reportedly jailed on his return

MAFS UK star 'jailed 'after going disappearing from RAF to appear on show

An RAF serviceman, Alex Henry, who went absent without leave to participate in the TV show Married at First Sight, has reportedly found himself behind bars upon his return.

Henry left his position at an electronic warfare base in pursuit of love and fame on Channel 4's popular dating programme. A representative for Henry stated: "He returned after filming of his own volition and handed himself into the military authorities. He was sentenced to 34 days in a military prison and served 24 as a model inmate."

Earlier this month, The Sun reported that Henry faced accusations of abuse after Channel 4 aired his promotional video, with one woman labelling him a "dangerous individual". The RAF declined to comment on the matter when approached by The Mirror.

Last week, The Mirror reported on how MAFS UK had already been plunged into chaos before the show has even started as a contestant has faced claims over his 'behaviour towards women'.

The MAFS UK star has reportedly found himself behind bars (

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The hit E4 series is gearing up to return to screens later this month. After three hugely successful series, two BAFTA nominations and even a baby, the upcoming fourth series has been teased to be filled with the usual cocktail of love, romance and drama, as a fresh batch of brave singles prepare to say "I do’" at the alter to a complete stranger.

However, the groom named Alex Henry has been hit by allegations after he was featured in promotions for the new series, it has been reported. The broadcaster posted a promo reel online, to which one social media user branded him a “dangerous individual”. A group of women have come together to launch a petition to Channel 4.

They want the broadcaster to reconsider airing scenes including the personal trainer from Birmingham. The group have also reportedly reached out to Married At First Sight UK's celebrity dating expert Mel Schilling. The women have claimed to have presented allegations to Channel 4. Despite acknowledging the claims, Channel 4 has confirmed Alex will remain in the edit.

A Channel 4 spokesperson said: “MAFS UK contributors are subject to rigorous background vetting, including multiple independent psychological evaluations and a criminal record check before they can be cleared to take part. We cast contributors based on the information we are legally able to access and we continue to review this process to ensure checks are as thorough as legally possible."

Alex was announced as part of the Married At First Sight UK cast earlier this week. The 28-year-old said he wants to rid himself of his ‘man about town’ reputation and find a stable relationship. The unique E4 show sees hopeful singles only see their future husbands and wives for the very first time as they tie the knot.

Alex is set to join barber Adam, 31, from Nottingham; Head Gardener Caspar, 34; Newcastle based mechanic Kieran, 28; engineer Nathan, 24, from Somerset; project engineer Orson, 41; Manchester based painter and decorator Ross, 32. They will be paired up with Bristol sales manager Emma, 31; beautician Holly, 29; dog walker Kristina, 31; office manager Lacey, 27; Kent based career advisor Polly, 28; Head of Alternative Investments Richelle, 48; aesthetics practitioner Sacha, 29.

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