Dead or Alive Singer Busted for Wearing Gorilla Coat on BB

POLICE last night swooped on the Celebrity Big Brother house to seize the controversial "gorilla coat" worn by transvestite pop star Pete Burns.

The Dead Or Alive singer, who has worn the bizarre coat a number of times since entering the reality TV show house, told fellow guests that it was made from the fur of an endangered species.

He instantly clashed with fellow contestant Jodie Marsh, now evicted, who told him the coat was cruel.

Channel 4, who host Big Brother, was immediately inundated with complaints from viewers concerned about animal welfare.

A Police spokeswoman confirmed this afternoon that the coat had been handed over to officers from Hertfordshire Constabulary.

"The coat will now be tested to determine its origin", the spokesperson said.

Today's news comes after Government minister Jim Knight warned that the former Dead or Alive star could face jail if the coat was indeed made from gorilla fur.

Gorillas currently head the list of critically endangered animals and trading in their fur can carry a penalty of up to five years in prison and an unlimited fine.

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