Love Island Star: Police Quiz After ITV News
- London — Dejon Noel-Williams, a 26-year-old semi-pro footballer slated to appear on ITV's "Love Island," was recently interviewed by police regarding a reported phone theft.
- Authorities investigated a March 16 report of a robbery where a phone was taken.
- the incident reportedly arose from a dispute over payment for food and an Uber ride.
News broke of a “Love Island” contestant, Dejon Noel-Williams, being questioned by police regarding a phone theft allegation. Authorities investigated, and the phone was recovered.However, this is already the second prospective contestant from the upcoming series to face police scrutiny before the show even airs. ITV confirmed background checks are conducted, but what does this mean for the new season’s debut? The situation arose from a dispute over payment, though Noel-Williams denies any wrongdoing, expressing that he clarified details to the police voluntarily. Kyle Ashman, was previously removed related to an unrelated incident. News Directory 3 has the inside scoop on this developing story. Will the new season proceed as planned? Discover what’s next as we follow this emerging news!
‘Love Island’ Contestant Questioned in Phone Theft Probe
Updated June 5, 2025
London — Dejon Noel-Williams, a 26-year-old semi-pro footballer slated to appear on ITV’s “Love Island,” was recently interviewed by police regarding a reported phone theft. This marks the second contestant from the upcoming series to face police scrutiny.
Authorities investigated a March 16 report of a robbery where a phone was taken. Noel-williams and Harlain Mbayo, a Kettering FC footballer, voluntarily spoke with officers. The phone was recovered and returned to the victim. Police took no further action against Noel-Williams.
the incident reportedly arose from a dispute over payment for food and an Uber ride. ITV stated they conduct background checks and speak with contestants before the show.
Noel-Williams told reporters, “I was never arrested. I voluntarily spoke to the police to clarify the truth about what happened in this incident, with no further action taken.”
He added, “To stress, my intentions here were entirely honorable and it is indeed very upsetting to read claims that suggest or else.”
kyle Ashman, another prospective “Love Island” participant, was previously removed from the show following his arrest related to a seperate incident involving his father. Ashman maintained his innocence, stating he fully cooperated with the inquiry and had no involvement.
What’s next
The new season of “Love Island” is still expected to air, and ITV maintains its commitment to thorough vetting processes for all contestants.