Police Officer PC Adnan Ali Charged with Multiple Sexual and Corruption Offences
In a shocking development, PC Adnan Ali, a 34-year-old officer from Trafford, has been charged with multiple serious offences, including sexual assault and corruption. The charges come after a lengthy investigation launched back in October 2018.
Timeline of Arrests and Investigations
- October 2018: PC Ali first arrested on suspicion of police corruption linked to abuse of position for sexual purposes.
- November 2018: Re-arrested on suspicion of corruption and sexual assault.
- March 2019: Arrested again over allegations of sexual assault, misconduct in public office, and distributing an indecent image.
- August 2019: Investigation completed and evidence passed to Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
Charges and Court Appearance
On Friday 16 July, PC Ali was officially charged with:
- 15 counts of misconduct in public office
- Five counts of sexual assault
- Distribution of an indecent image of a child
He is set to appear before Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on 5 August 2021.
Force Response and Victim Support
Assistant Chief Constable Nicky Porter urged anyone with information to contact the investigation team directly via [email protected] or call 0161 856 7386.
Victims and their families are receiving specialist support from Greater Manchester Victims’ Services. Anyone affected by crime can call 0161 200 1950 or visit www.gmvictims.org.uk to access help from trained Independent Victim Advocates.
A review of the Volunteer Police Cadet scheme began in 2018 following the case and has led to significant improvements within Greater Manchester Police. Due to ongoing legal proceedings, the force has declined to comment further at this time.
