Mr Gay UK Navy Sex Scandal

A gay British sailor who has been in the headlines for being a Mr Gay UK contest finalist, has been kicked off his base for having sex with a male trainee, The Sun of London reports..

Fitness instructor Sam Connell, 22, is said to have enjoyed a consensual romp with a 20-year-old recruit in the gym. When the incident came to light, Connell was ordered off HMS Raleigh in Plymouth at an hour's notice, the Sun said. There are strict “no-touching” rules, banning fraternization between trainers, senior ratings and recruits at the base.

A top-level investigation is now being carried out by Navy detectives. An insider tells the Sun: “It’s a massive embarrassment for the Navy.”

This is the first time a male trainer has been accused of having sex with a male recruit. However, in another sex scandal under investigation at the same base, five staff are accused of flings with female recruits. And a physical trainer was suspended following allegations he assaulted trainees.