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Ex-football boss's relief after investigation dropped
A headshot of Smethurst. He had short brown hair which is spiked at the front, and is wearing a blue jacket and white shirt. He is standing in front of the dugout of the club's stadium.
Image caption, Robert Smethurst bought Macclesfield Town out of insolvency in 2020

An investigation into a former Macclesfield FC boss has been dropped, police have confirmed.

Robert Smethurst was arrested in Wilmslow, Cheshire, on 19 May on suspicion of controlling and coercive behaviour.

Cheshire Police said the former co-owner of the National League North club had since been released without further action "due to insufficient evidence" following "a thorough investigation".

Smethurst said: "Of course I am relieved but I knew 100% that I was not guilty."

The 48-year-old bought the club out of insolvency in 2020 and installed former manager Robbie Savage.

Under his leadership, the club secured a FA Cup giant killing win last season after beating holders and Premier League side Crystal Palace 2-1.

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