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X Factor star Ella Henderson's parents have been arrested, over claims that they were laundering money.
Police raided two detached homes in Tetney, Grimsby this morning (22 April) - which are owned by Ella's father Sean Henderson, 47, and mother Michelle, 49. It is thought that Michelle was arrested at the family home, while Sean was arrested in London.
A spokesperson for Humberside Police said, "Officers executed warrants at two addresses in Tetney with the assistance of Lincolnshire Police this morning.
"A 49-year-old woman was arrested at the Tetney address and taken to Grimsby police station to be questioned in connection with money laundering offences.
"As part of the same inquiry a 47-year-old man has been arrested on behalf of Humberside Police by officers from the Met. He will be questioned by Humberside Police."
Specialist search officers were seen taking boxes and filing cabinets from the home, with at least six police vehicles parked outside the property this morning.
X Factor's Ella Henderson so far hasn't addressed the arrests of her parents
A neighbour who did not want to be named told the Mail Online, "There were police everywhere with cars and flashing blue lights. It was obviously a big raid.
"The springer spaniel sniffer dogs were out around the house as well. I feel sorry for Ella because this is going to affect her career. She has worked so hard and done so well at such a young age."
Ella came sixth on The X Factor and is currently living in London and working on her debut album. She uploaded a photo of herself to Twitter earlier this day, and she is thought to be unaware of the developments.
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