Gary Glitter charged with multiple historical sexual offences

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2 Jul 2026 • 9:31 PM MYT
The Independent
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Gary Glitter charged with multiple historical sexual offences

  • Former pop star Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, has been charged with four sexual offences.
  • The charges stem from allegations made by a woman concerning a period of alleged abuse between 1978 and 1981.
  • These include one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13.
  • He also faces three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14.
  • The Crown Prosecution Service confirmed the decision to prosecute and reminded the public that proceedings are active, urging against any reporting that could prejudice the trial.

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