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BREAKING: Ten men charged in child sexual exploitation investigation in Bolton
03.03.2023 - 15:07 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Ten men have been charged with more than 50 offences between them as part of an investigation into child sexual exploitation in Bolton.
The investigation, named Operation Pavarotti, was launched in 2018 after numerous victims came forward with claims dating back to 2016 and 2018 in the Blackrod area. The ten men were charged yesterday (March 2), a spokesperson for Greater Manchester Police said.
Some of the charges include alleged offences of rape and sexual activity with a child. The men will all appear at Bolton Combined Court on Tuesday, April 4.
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The 10 defendants and each of their individual charges can be found below.
Detective Inspector Dave Sinclair, of GMP's Bolton CID, said: "These charges are significant in our fight against child sexual exploitation and we are committed to bringing those who commit these crimes to justice. A significant and exhaustive investigation has been conducted and the victims in this case are being supported by specialist officers at this time, and we thank them for their continued bravery and strength.
"We would like to reassure the public that reports of these types of crimes are taken seriously and we will act on any information provided. If you, or someone you know, has any information or concerns, we urge you to contact GMP via 101 or anonymously through the independent charity – Crimestoppers – on 0800 555 111.”
Spot the signs of child exploitation: Going missing for periods of time or regularly returning home late; skipping school or being disruptive in class; appearing with unexplained gifts or possessions that can’t be accounted for; experiencing health problems that may
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