Police investigate Married at First Sight Australia after 'inappropriate' allegations
Police in New South Wales have launched an investigation into the production company behind Married at First Sight Australia following reports of inappropriate content sharing. This follows previous controversies regarding the show's failure to disclose cast members' criminal histories and separate welfare concerns surrounding the UK version of the franchise.
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The investigation highlights growing scrutiny over the duty of care and ethical standards in reality television production.
Image source, Getty Images By Noor Nanji Culture correspondent Published 57 minutes ago Married at First Sight Australia is facing fresh controversy after police launched an investigation into the hit reality TV show.
New South Wales told BBC News that inquiries had taken place "following a report of inappropriate content being shared".
Channel Nine, which broadcasts Married at First Sight Australia, confirmed that it was "aware of a police investigation" involving the show's production company.
It is the latest blow for the show, after a BBC News investigation earlier this year into MAFS Australia revealed cast members said they had not been told their partners had previous drug and violence convictions.
Those revelations led to a warning from Australia's media watchdog, which called them "serious and disturbing".
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