Brad Pitt 'investigated for child abuse': LA social services probe claims he 'physically and verbally abused his children after getting wasted on private jet' - the day before Jolie ended their marriage

The family is said to have been on a flight when Brad Pitt allegedly became drunk and started 'screaming' at his children before continuing the 'rant' when the plane landed. He then reportedly tried to leave the scene in a fuel truck. TMZ reports that the episode, last Wednesday, prompted Angelina Jolie to file for divorce. Pitt is believed to be under investigation by the LAPD and LA County Department of Children and Family Services. He and Jolie have been interviewed as part of the probe, and there are plans for authorities to speak to the children. A source close to Pitt told TMZ that he is taking the matter seriously but 'did not commit any abuse of his children'. It comes amid claims Pitt was desperate for one more chance to save his marriage and offered to 'go into intense therapy for drug and alcohol use'. DAILY MAIL