Essex Police investigate David Sullivan following new information
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 7:19 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Essex Police are investigating David Sullivan, co-owner of West Ham, after recent allegations surfaced from a joint BBC Panorama and Times investigation. Multiple women have accused Sullivan of predatory behavior dating back to the 1980s. Sullivan has denied the allegations, stating that past restrictions imposed due to a 2023 complaint were meaningless and did not affect his work. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is seeking clear answers regarding how these serious allegations have been managed, particularly after it was revealed that Sullivan had been banned from contacting women's and youth teams. West Ham officials maintain confidence in their safeguarding measures.
- •Sullivan faces allegations of exploitative behavior from multiple women.
- •He has stated he never met team players one-on-one during his tenure.
- •Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has requested urgent explanations regarding the allegations.
- •Boyle Sports expressed concern over not being informed of Sullivan's restrictions.
- •Sullivan resigned as joint chair of West Ham as he confronts these allegations.
- 7:19 PMBBC Sport — Essex Police given new David Sullivan information
"Police have been contacted with new information about the West Ham co-owner following a BBC Panorama and Times investigation.
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