The Metropolitan Police has launched an investigation after receiving "a number of allegations of non-recent serious sexual offences" against David Walliams. The force confirmed on Friday (November 13) that it had received the allegations involving a man now in his 50s, with those who have come forward being supported by specialist officers.
Background to the allegations
On Tuesday (November 10), Walliams was revealed as the famous man who sought an injunction to prevent the reporting of allegations against him. It was reported that multiple women have accused Walliams of sexual misconduct, with the allegations exposed after Walliams failed in a bid to secure an injunction to prevent their publication.
The TV star and comedian was confirmed to be the famous man who sought an injunction to prevent Independent Television News (ITN) and Guardian News and Media (GNM), publisher of The Guardian, from reporting allegations against him. Lawyers for the media organisations previously told the High Court in London that the allegations involved Walliams' alleged "abuse of power and status" to contact young women and try to engage in "inappropriate and exploitative sexual activities". Walliams denies any wrongdoing.
Police appeal for victims
Detective Superintendent Mike Cagney, whose team is leading the investigation, said: "We would encourage anyone who has been the victim of a sexual offence to come forward and speak to us, no matter when it happened.
"We know reporting allegations of this nature can be daunting, but specialist officers are on hand to provide support, answer questions and guide you through the process."
Anyone who wishes to report information to police can do so by calling 101, providing the reference 4900/10NOV26, or by contacting the Complex Sexual Offences Unit directly on 0207 175 2738.
