A former BBC presenter, Brian Shuttlewood, 79, has been charged with more than 30 sexual offences against children and adults, spanning an 18-year period. The charges include indecent assault, rape, gross indecency, and cruelty towards children, with some allegations predating his BBC career.
Shuttlewood hosted shows on BBC Radio Leicester between 1978 and 1995. The alleged offences took place in Leicester between 1972 and 1990, involving four individuals who are entitled to lifelong anonymity.
He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, including possession of extreme pornographic images. His trial, originally set for 6 January, was postponed due to health concerns. A hearing on 17 February will update the court on his condition.
Shuttlewood, known on air as 'The Big Bopper', presented rock 'n' roll shows such as The Rocker Returns. He remains on conditional bail pending further proceedings.
