Southport schoolboy arrested on suspicion of indecent images and voyeurism offences
A 16-year-old boy from Southport has been arrested on suspicion of possession of indecent images and voyeurism offences.
Officers seized devices belonging to the suspect and discovered a number of inappropriate images that appeared to have been taken of female victims including children, Merseyside Police said.
As a result, the 16-year-old boy was arrested on November 26 on suspicion of possession of an extreme pornographic image, possession of indecent photographs of children and voyeurism.
He was conditionally bailed and has been suspended by his school, where some of the offences are alleged to have occurred.
Following subsequent enquiries, a number of girls photographed have been identified and their families have been informed.
Detective Chief Inspector Paul Parry said: “I know this news will bring shock to the community in Southport and cause concern for parents and guardians in the area.
“I want to reassure the community that we have conducted, and will continue to progress, extensive and thorough enquiries into this matter. We take all reports of sexual offences extremely seriously, and will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to secure justice for victims and put offenders behind bars.
“We are working with partners in the local authority with all those affected, and are providing sensitive and specialist support throughout the legal process.”
To report a sexual offence you can call 101 where you will be spoken to by specially trained officers or you can pass information to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In an emergency, always call 999.