Two police officers, 26 and 39, charged with child sex offences after ‘sharing indecent image’

TWO police officers have been charged with child sex offences.

Cameron Barker, 26, and James Williams, 39, allegedly exchanged an indecent image.

The pair, who both work in Manchester, are due to appear at Tameside Magistrates’ Court on July 14.

They are charged with making or distributing an indecent image of a child.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed the officers have been suspended while the case is ongoing.

A spokesman said: “Two serving officers in Manchester have been charged with making or distributing an indecent image of a child.

“Cameron Barker (26) and James Williams (39) – both police constables in the City of Manchester – will appear on Thursday 14 July at Tameside Magistrates’ Court accused of the offence.

“It relates to an image that is alleged to have been exchanged between the pair in March 2019.

“Both officers have been suspended by our Professionals Standards Branch pending the outcome of criminal proceedings and any subsequent misconduct hearing.”