Detectives look to speak to members of scout clubs in Wakefield as part of alleged abuse investigation

They're investigating reports of abuse dating back to the 1960s

Author: Jonny FreemanPublished 24th Aug 2023

Detectives are looking to speak to anyone who attended scout clubs in Wakefield in 1967 and 1968.

They're looking into alleged child abuse - and believe there could be other victims.

A man's been interviewed as part of West Yorkshire Police's investigation.

West Yorkshire Police statement

Police investigating an historic child abuse case in Wakefield are appealing for anyone who may have attended scout clubs in the district between 1967 and 1968 to come forward.

A man has been interviewed in connection with an alleged offence in Pontefract and it is believed that there could be other victims.

If you believe you can assist with this investigation then please contact Wakefield District Child Safeguarding Unit on 101, or use the livechat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website.

The crime reference is 13230302829.

Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.

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