on 1 november 2013, it was reported that gambaccini had been arrested on possible sexual offences as part of an investigation by operation yewtree in the united kingdom. he was released on bail and his spokesman said that he denied the allegations. it was announced on 10 october 2014 that no charges would be brought. gambaccini said he believed he was used as "bait" to have people make false accusations about him. he was cleared of all charges and eventually successfully sued police officials.