Man charged with historic rape allegation in west London
Barry George is accused of sexually attacking a 14-year old girl in 1987
Last updated 26th Sep 2025
A 65-year-old man's been charged with one count of rape after an historical investigation by the Metropolitan police.
Barry George, of County Cork, Republic of Ireland, has been issued a charge and requisition in connection with one count of rape and two of indecent assault, the Metropolitan Police said on Friday.
The Met said the allegation is that a 14-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on two separate occasions between September 6 and September 12 1987, in west London.
The complainant is now in her 50s, a spokesman said.
He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on October 29.
Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy said on Friday: "These charges follow an investigation by a team of Met detectives.
"Specially trained officers continue to support the woman who has come forward."
Lionel Idan, chief Crown prosecutor for CPS London South, said: "Having carefully reviewed a file of evidence, the Crown Prosecution Service has taken the decision to prosecute Barry George, 65, on charges of rape and two counts of indecent assault.
"These relate to non-recent allegations that took place in 1987 against a woman who was a teenager at the time."
Mr Idan added: ""We remind all concerned that proceedings against the suspect are active and he has a right to a fair trial.
"We recognise there is likely to be considerable interest in this case, however it is vital that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in anyway prejudice these proceedings."