riding

Police swooped on the X-Factor studio to question Simon Cowell after allegations surfaced that he had paid a young boy £5,000 for 'riding services'. The area was sealed off and details are sketchy at this time but what we do know is shocking.

A recorded interview with Cowell is being studied for clues. He said "I think what Charlie did is amazing and we can all learn from him, he's astonishing. There aren't many adults who have ever raised so much money for a child of his age. I think it's great that children like Charlie can stand up and quite frankly put the rest of us to shame."

Cowell has previously visited the family home and talked extensively with the boy's mother, gaining her trust and access to the boy. Apparently the 'ride' in question happened on Sunday 24th January this year.

The other X-Factor judges are understandably shocked by the allegations. Cheryl hid her mouth and refused to comment. Louis Walsh reacted angrily. "I've always been the one to take care of the boys" he said. "I'll feel really let down by Simon if this turns out to be true. I may even threaten to quit the show again." No-one really cares what the other judge thinks.