PCC Clare Moody’s statement after seven men charged in child exploitation investigation

My thoughts are with the victims of these very serious crimes. Their courage in coming forward must be met with sensitivity and specialist support.  

I have been fully briefed on this case, and I am pleased that Avon and Somerset Police have acted on the evidence they have to charge these suspects. 

I will continue to monitor and scrutinise as the police complete their investigations.  

Proceedings are active in this case, so at this stage it is not appropriate for me to comment any further. 

If you have any information that could support the investigation, please contact Avon and Somerset Police. A dedicated appeal page has been set up on the Major Incident Public Portal if anyone wants to provide the investigation team with information.  

The appeal page can be found in this link.

If you have been affected by sexual abuse, violence or criminal sexual exploitation, specialist support is available.   I fund services across Avon and Somerset who provide confidential, trauma-informed support for anyone impacted by sexual violence or abuse, you can find information on my website:Specialist Support Services – OPCC for Avon and Somerset