Cops Probe Death Threat Against BBC Chief Over “Top Gear” Host's Firing

British police are investigating a death threat directed at the top executive of the BBC after the broadcaster fired "Top Gear" host Jeremy Clarkson over an assault on a colleague.

The Mail on Sunday newspaper ran photos of security guards outside the home of director-general Tony Hall.

The Metropolitan Police said detectives were "investigating an allegation of threats to kill" made in an email. The force did not name Hall but offered the statement when asked about him.

The BBC said it wouldn't comment on security matters, but carried the story in its news bulletins.

The BBC announced Wednesday that it wouldn't renew Clarkson's contract for "Top Gear," one of the network's most popular shows. The broadcaster said Clarkson had subjected producer Oisin Tymon to a verbal tirade before hitting him.

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