David Drury, 40, the former head of communications at Humberside Police, and his partner Daniel Sellers, 44, have been sentenced to prison following child sex offences committed against a boy under 13 in Hull.
Both men were arrested in July 2024 after police discovered indecent images and evidence of contact offences on Drury’s electronic devices. This case reveals serious breaches of trust within the professional circle of a police officer.
At Hull Crown Court on Monday, Drury was sentenced to nine years in prison, while Sellers received a four and a half year sentence. In addition to their prison terms, both men were placed on the sex offenders register for life.
Drury admitted to multiple charges including sexual assault of a child under 13, two counts of sexual assault on a male, distributing indecent images of children, and voyeurism. Sellers pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting sexual assault and facilitating a child sex offence.
Deputy Chief Constable Sarah Baker described the crimes as “appalling,” and commended the victim’s bravery in supporting the prosecution and providing a personal statement.
The convictions raise critical concerns about safeguarding within police circles and emphasize the importance of accountability, even for those previously entrusted with public safety roles.
Originally published by UKNIP.
