Sad times: Melanie Sykes cuts a forlorn figure as she steps out alone soon after her whirlwind marriage crumbles

She's kept a fairly low profile in recent weeks and when TV presenter Melanie Sykes was pictured walking around London on Friday alone, it's fair to say she wasn't looking her usual cheerful self.
The star has had a lot on her plate recently amid reports that her seven-month marriage to roofer Jack Cockings has run into trouble.
The Sun on Sunday reported that the couple have embarked on a 'trial separation' shortly after the 43-year-old was arrested for common assault on her 28-year-old roofer husband.

Sad times: Melanie Sykes cut a glum figure as she took a walk in London on Friday

The couple have not been pictured together since the incident and the strained-looking Ultimo model kept her head bowed down as she was pictured walking.

She wore a tweed flat cap with a matching blazer, as well as jeans and brown ankle boots and she wrapped up warm with a chunky cream scarf and brown leather gloves.
Despite the situation, Melanie seems to be keeping her spirits up and has been Tweeting positive messages on her Twitter account. On Thursday, she wrote: 'Morning bright sparks. Whose world are you gonna light up today? Xxxxxx'

Forlorn figure: Melanie and her husband of seven months Jack Cockings have reportedly embarked on a 'trial separation'

Head down: At one point the star looked to the ground as she tried to avoid attention

She also recently thanked her fans for their support during this time, saying: 'A huge thank you to all my supporters who are smart enough to not believe everything they read in the papers. I love you guys. Xxxxxxxxxxxxx'
Jack and Melanie got engaged in August 2012 and married in May 2013 after a whirlwind relationship.
The engagement was followed by a lavish ceremony in front of close friends and family members on May 18th this year, during which Mel wore a stunning peach strapless dress.

Casual chic: Melanie kept a low profile during her outing wearing a flat cap and tweed jacket combo

Last month, a row between the couple escalated and Mr Cockings called police, leading to Melanie's arrest.
He was not treated in hospital after the incident and Melanie admitted the offence after being questioned by officers and is said to have spent the night in custody.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said at the time: ‘We were called to a residential address in Hampstead at 9.45pm following reports of an assault.

Bearing up: The pretty brunette has been going through a tough time recently

'A woman, 43, was arrested on suspicion of common assault and taken to a police station. She has since been given a caution for common assault.’
MailOnline has contacted Melanie Sykes's spokesperson for comment.

Happier times: Melanie married roofer Jack Cockings in May 2013