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Police open sex offense probe into comedian

Wesley Dockery

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London police have launched a sexual offenses investigation into comedian David Walliams following allegations of misconduct. This follows a documentary report detailing claims of inappropriate behavior and abuse of power spanning over two decades.

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The investigation involves a prominent public figure and highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding sexual misconduct in the entertainment industry.

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The "Little Britain" star and "Britain's Got Talent" judge has been accused of engaging in sexual misconduct and inappropriate behavior towards young women and girls. Walliams denies the allegations.

https://p.dw.com/p/5PR7x Prefer DW on Google Walliams had attended the London premier of the historical drama film 'The Choral' in 2025 (FILE: October 12, 2025) Image: Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP Photo/picture alliance Advertisement London police on Friday said they are opening an sexual offenses investigation into British actor, comedian and children's author David Walliams.

The Metropolitan Police said they "received a number of allegations of non-recent serious sexual offenses involving a man now in his 50s."

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London Police Investigate Comedian David Walliams Over Alleged Sexual Offenses

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