Gary Glitter pleads not guilty to historical sex offence charges
Summary
Gary Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, has pleaded not guilty to eight charges of sexual abuse involving a girl aged between eight and 11, dating from 1978 to 1981. He appeared by video from prison at Southwark Crown Court where a trial is set to start in November 2027.Key Facts
- Gary Glitter is 82 years old and was a famous pop singer in the 1970s.
- He is accused of sexual offences against one girl between 1978 and 1981.
- The charges include indecent assault, sexual intercourse, and indecency with a child under 13.
- He denied all eight charges during a video court appearance from prison.
- The case was adjourned to a trial scheduled for 22 November 2027.
- The allegations were reported to the police on 9 January 2025.
- The Metropolitan Police launched an investigation and interviewed Glitter in July 2025.
- The alleged victim is receiving support from specialist officers.
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