Nine men arrested as part of investigation into non-recent child sexual abuse in Calderdale
The men have been interview and released on bail
Nine men have been arrested as part of an investigation into non-recent child sexual abuse in Calderdale.
The group, aged between 42 and 52, have been interviewed and bailed after being detained in Calderdale, Leeds and Ashton.
Its over alleged offences which happened in Calderdale between 1993 and 2000, involving two female victims.
Detective Chief Inspector Claire Smith of West Yorkshire Police said:
“This investigation forms part of West Yorkshire Police’s commitment to the investigation of both current and non-recent sexual offences against children.
“We would urge anyone who has been a victim of sexual abuse, no matter the time passed, to report it to the police.
"Please be assured that you will be listened to, taken seriously, and supported by professionals with experience of dealing with these kinds of offences.
“Tackling child abuse is something we take extremely seriously, which is why we work closely with local authorities and other organisations and charities to support victims, bring offenders to justice and make our communities safer”