Ella Henderson's Father Charged With Fraud

The charges relate to money laundering.

Sean Henderson, father of X Factor graduate, Ella Henderson has been charged with money laundering in the UK.

Henderson has been charged with seven offences in total, all relating to fraud and theft.

According to The Sun, Ella is said to be devastated.

A spokesperson for Ella said: "Due to legal reasons, Ella Henderson has been advised not to discuss the ongoing proceedings involving her father. However Ella's thoughts are, of course, with her father at this difficult time for her and her family."

Ella's mother was also arrested and questioned but was later released without charge.

Sean Henderson was released on bail and is due to appear in court in Sheffield in July.

Ella is currently on tour with Take That after coming sixth on The X Factor in 2012.

 

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