Former pop star Gary Glitter charged with four sexual offences dating back to 1978
Better known as Gary Glitter, Paul Gadd has been charged with four historic sexual offences.
Alleged to have taken place between 1978-1981, the 82-year-old British singer has been charged with one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under the age of 14.
These charges relate to one victim and are alleged to have taken place at a residential address in Kensington, London.
The former pop star, of HMP Channings Wood, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 5 August in relation to these charges.
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The allegations were first reported to the Metropolitan Police on 9 January 2025 and an investigation into the circumstances was launched. Gadd was then first interviewed in relation to this investigation on 22 July 2025.
Bethan David, Deputy Chief Crown Prosecutor in CPS London said: “The Crown Prosecution Service has decided to prosecute Paul Gadd with one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14.
“This follows allegations made by a woman relating to a period of alleged abuse that took place between 1978 and 1981.
“Our prosecutors have worked to establish that there is sufficient evidence to bring this case to court and that it is in the public interest to do so.
“We have worked closely with the Metropolitan Police as they have carried out their investigation into the allegations.
“The Crown Prosecution Service reminds everyone that proceedings are now active, and the defendant has the right to a fair trial.
“It is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”
The Met said: "The victim is currently being supported by specialist officers and they have been made aware of this update."
Jess Battison