SHOCKING footage has emerged of new Love Islander Harriett Blackmore defending a mystery Premier League footballer after he was accused of allegedly attacking a group of women.
The new Love Island recruit was partying on Brighton seafront when a massive row erupted.
Footage of the aftermath shows the group of women accusing the men of “beating them up”.
Harriett, 24, can be seen intervening and ordering the women to clear off.
The woman filming can be heard saying: “You beat up my friends”.
In response, Harriett says: “He’s a Premier League football player so please leave him alone.”
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The mystery footie player can be seen behind Harriett covering his face with his coat to hide his identity.
The tense exchange goes on for about a minute whilst stunned onlookers watch on.
It ends with Harriett demanding the women’s phones.
The footage was uploaded to X just hours after she was announced as the latest recruit to the Island.
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The person who shared the video captioned it: "Love Island, do better."
Love Island had no comment when approached by The Sun.
Dancer and personal shopper Harriett is one of 11 singletons to join the villa this season - telling viewers that she will “bring the drama”.
She is also close pals with singer Mimi Webb - who reached number nine on the UK Albums Chart with Seven Shades of Heartbreak.