The midfielder currently with Bristol Rovers was arrested and later released after a man had claimed he was assaulted in a night club.
Pipe had been bailed ahead of further police inquiries.
Ian Brightwell (pictured below) has been sacked as manager of Macclesfield Town and replaced by Keith Alexander. He was appointed back in October 2007.
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Marton Fulop has returned to Sunderland to provide cover. The Hungarian popular during his time at the Arena, had been on loan to Championship leaders Stoke City but had only played one game.
Luton Town boss Mick Harford could be taking orders from BBC Midlands Today presenter Nick Owen. A fans consortium fronted by Own has reached a deal with the club's administrators.