Everything we know about the 'Bachelor in Paradise' sex scandal that could kill the show

A "Bachelor in Paradise' scandal threatens to not only cancel the show, but forever change ABC's long-running hit "Bachelor" franchise going forward.

The alleged "sexual misconduct" incident that occurred while taping last week in Mexico has shut down production, forced ABC and show producer Warner Horizon into launching an investigation, and threatens to cancel the show.

On Wednesday, both "Bachelor in Paradise" contestants who are reportedly at the center of the alleged incident, DeMario Jackson and Corinne Olympios, released their first official statements. Both claimed they're victims of the scandal and have sought legal counsel.

How did we get here, and what's next? Here's a rundown of all the events we know so far: