The decision has been made that Cliff Richard will not face any further action after he faced allegations of child sex abuse. The Crown Prosecution Service announced the decision this morning as there is “insufficient evidence” to prosecute. The investigation begun after claims that the 75-year-old had sexually assaulted a teenage boy at a 1985 Christian rally.
Martin Goldman, Chief Crown Prosecutor for Yorkshire and Humberside, said: “The CPS has carefully reviewed evidence relating to claims of non-recent sexual offences dating between 1958 and 1983 made by four men. We have decided that there is insufficient evidence to prosecute.This decision has been made in accordance with the Code for Crown Prosecutors and our guidance for prosecutors on cases of sexual offences.The CPS worked with police during the investigation. This has helped minimise the time needed to reach a decision once we received the complete file of evidence on 10 May. The complainants have been informed and provided with a full explanation in writing.”
Cliff always denied any and all accusations.