On 16th June, reports suggest that 26 suspects accused of child sex offences have been formally charged following an investigation by police. According to IAMBHAM, these suspected offenders were dating from 2008 to 2016 and were from places including Bilston, West Bromwich, Walsall, Redcar and Wolverhampton.
The investigation conducted by officers from the Public Protection Team, noted the “physical and emotional” pain that the victims suffered from these offenders.
A police spokesperson confirmed that the 14 men and 12 women, aged between 20 and 69, will appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court on 22 and 23 June to face charges of historic sexual abuse against minors.
Chief Inspector Jo Floyd said: “This is a complex investigation involving several young people who have suffered physical and emotional abuse.
“They were safeguarded as allegations were reported and we are continuing to work with a number of other agencies to ensure they receive the support they need as this case progresses.
“We understand that this investigation will cause concern in the local community and I would like to reassure anyone affected by it that we take all reports of abuse seriously, no matter how long ago it happened.
