The cop, 32, is married; and the snap, which proves incriminating, was captured by Mel's daughter, Phoenix, no less
Hostage negotiator Ryan has reportedly been staying at Mel's LA home five nights a week, despite his wife being left at home not knowing what's going on.
He and Mel have not been seen out and about together before now, with the romance purely conjecture; and although the 'affair' is still not confirmed, Phoenix's photo has certainly fueled the rumour fires.
The 18-year-old posted the photo to Snapchat from across the dinner table, as the 'couple' enjoyed sandwiches together.
While Ryan is aware Phoenix is taking the snap, seen to be staring right into the lens of the camera, Mel seems preoccupied with other things, busy talking on her own phone.
The image