Andrew Tate probe faces fresh scrutiny over handling of ‘indecent child images’

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28 Oct 2026 • 4:43 AM MYT
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Andrew Tate probe faces fresh scrutiny over handling of ‘indecent child images’

  • The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating Hertfordshire Constabulary over its handling of alleged indecent child images and human trafficking evidence seized from Andrew Tate's home in 2015.
  • The police watchdog is examining whether the original inquiry met national guidance, with a former detective constable facing potential gross misconduct proceedings over alleged failures to properly investigate.
  • Extradition documents show police allege 168 indecent images of a child were found on devices belonging to Tate following his arrest in Hitchin nine years ago.
  • British prosecutors are seeking the extradition of Andrew and Tristan Tate from the US to face charges including rape, sex trafficking, making indecent child images, and possessing extreme pornography.
  • Both brothers deny any wrongdoing and remain in US custody ahead of extradition hearings scheduled to take place in Miami next month.

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