Former BBC host Huw Edwards has been charged with making indecent images of children.
The long-standing host, who quit his TV role in April after 40 years on screen, is facing three charges over alleged activity that took place between December 2020 and April 2022.
The charges are linked to images which were shared on Whatsapp, according to police. On Wednesday (July 31 ), the former presenter is set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
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The star was first arrested by police in November 2023 and was charged on June 26.
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A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: “Huw Edwards, 62, of Southwark, London has been charged with three counts of making indecent images of children following a Met Police investigation.
“The offences, which are alleged to have taken place between December 2020 and April 2022, relate to images shared on a WhatsApp chat.
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“Edwards was arrested on 8 November 2023. He was charged on Wednesday, 26 June following authorisation from the Crown Prosecution Service.
“He has been bailed to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 31 July. Media and the public are strongly reminded that this is an active case.
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“Nothing should be published, including on social media, which could prejudice future court proceedings.”
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