Met police launch investigation into David Walliams allegations
Police say allegations of sexual misconduct are separate from those made by multiple women in Guardian and ITN investigation
Police say allegations of sexual misconduct are separate from those made by multiple women in Guardian and ITN investigation
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It has been suggested that women with stories to tell felt silenced after signing non-disclosure agreements
The Met Police said the allegations are separate from those reported by ITN and The Guardian earlier this week.
London's Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation into actor and comedian David Walliams, after the entertainer was accused of serious sexual offences earlier this week.
The British TV personality, 55, denies sexual assault allegations, saying he has not broken the law.
The Metropolitan Police said it had received several allegations of past abuse following reports Walliams used his fame to groom girls and young women for sex.
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The Metropolitan Police said it had received several allegations of past abuse following reports Walliams used his fame to groom girls and young women for sex.
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