Durham police officer charged over alleged sexual communication with child

Constable Haydyn Brunsdon has been suspended from duty while an investigation into the allegations continues

Author: Poppi AndelinPublished 26th Sep 2026

A serving officer with Durham Constabulary has been charged with two offences relating to alleged sexual communication with a child.

Haydyn Brunsdon, aged 31 and holding the rank of police constable, was arrested during the early hours of Friday, September 25, before being taken into police custody.

He appeared before Teesside Magistrates’ Court today (Saturday, September 26), where the court granted him bail.

Brunsdon is due to appear before Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court next week as the criminal investigation continues.

Durham Constabulary has suspended the officer from duty while the investigation is ongoing.

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