Allegations of Media Misconduct Shake UK High Court

Rory Tingle faces serious allegations in the UK High Court for allegedly creating false assault claims against Alkiviades David, whose investigation implicates media corporations in child sexual abuse material distribution.

London, 10 August 2025 – A significant case has erupted in the UK High Court, with prominent MailOnline journalist Rory Tingle under scrutiny for allegedly manufacturing a false assault claim against public interest advocate Alkiviades David. David contends that this tactic aims to stifle his investigation into a corporate media network intertwined with channels distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM).

In a supplemental witness statement in Kahn v. David (Claim No: KB-2025-001991), David presents a troubling sequence of events that underscores his argument:

On the incident day, David was legally documenting outside the Daily Mail Group office on Derry Street, calling out the Mirror Group for unethical corporate practices.

Shortly after, Tingle made a police complaint, claiming David had assaulted him.

However, the following morning, investigators from the Metropolitan Police reviewed CCTV footage from the venue, which showcased the veracity of David's claims. The visuals revealed security staff pushing David, a scene allegedly choreographed to make it appear as though he was the aggressor.

This vital CCTV footage is currently held by the police.

The Proof of Deceit
Moreover, David's personal video of the encounter—now trending globally—demonstrates Tingle speaking the fabricated allegation as it unfolds. Under the tenets of UK common law, the evidence presented is compelling:

The supposed assault simply did not occur.

Tingle's account was identified as knowingly deceptive to the authorities.

This isn't ambiguous; it doesn’t resemble the American-style “he said/she said.” Per British law, making such a false claim to law enforcement to prompt an arrest is potentially criminal behavior.

From Deceit to Detention
As a result of Tingle's unfounded complaint, David faced arrest, had to spend a night in custody, and was eventually released with a police caution. Dubbed false imprisonment by David, he asserts that it represents an act of misdirecting justice and abuse of legal procedures. The timing is critical, as David is probing into entities suspected of linking the Daily Mail Group to CBS Media Ventures, CBS Interactive, and Download.com, which has faced allegations of facilitating a major distribution network for CSAM via its file-sharing services.

Facilitating Abuse
David stands firm on his accusations:

“By conjuring false criminal claims to impede my inquiry, Rory Tingle not only sought to safeguard his employer’s image but also participated in shielding a global network sustaining child sexual abuse material.”

Per UK legislation, Tingle's conduct could result in charges for:

- Perjury – deliberately lying to the authorities.
- Perverting the Course of Justice – instigating a legal process on fabricated grounds.
- False Imprisonment – unlawful restriction of freedom.
- Aiding and Abetting Child Sexual Abuse Material Distribution – acting to defend an entity linked to such tragic exploitation.

Call for Judicial Review
David urges Justice Barry Cotter to take note of the evidence—including CCTV, viral footage, and testimonials—and to prompt an immediate criminal inquiry into Tingle's actions.

The Significance of This Case
If substantiated, these allegations would reflect not merely individual misconduct but a deeper, systemic corruption within British media, highlighting how powerful outlets might exploit false criminal charges to safeguard financial ties to child exploitation networks. David's evidence operates at the convergence of multiple jurisdictions—the UK High Court, the U.S. Department of Justice, and the High Court of Antigua & Barbuda—ensuring that this high-profile case cannot be overlooked, leaving a marked trail of inaction.

“This is far from a simple mix-up,” asserts David. “This is a carefully orchestrated criminal cover-up aimed at preserving the profits of those trafficking in child abuse material. I have compelling evidence.”