Three more suspects arrested for non-recent CSE offences in Greater Manchester

Detectives investigating non-recent child sexual exploitation in south Manchester have arrested three more suspects. This marks the 67^th arrest for the multi-agency operation – codename Green Jacket - launched in 2019 to investigate allegations of multi-victim and multi-offender offending in the early 2000s.

Yesterday morning, 12^th November, we arrested a man (aged 56) from no fixed abode on suspicion of rape of a child under 16 years of age.

This follows activity last week, on 6^th November, officers executed a warrant at a property in Macclesfield and arrested a man (aged 54) on suspicion of rape of a child under 16 years of age.

A third man (aged 51) was arrested on 11^th November on suspicion of sexual touching a child under 16 years of age.

The three suspects have been bailed pending further enquiries.

We continue to work alongside partners and specialist agencies to support victims and survivors and keep them informed of progress in our investigation.

GMP’s Detective Chief Inspector, Zaheer Ali said: “These recent arrests come as a result of speciality trained detectives within our Child Sexual Exploitation Major Incident Team working tirelessly to investigate shocking abuse of young, vulnerable girls over two decades ago.

“We are working closely with Manchester City Council as part of this complex operation which places victims and survivors at the centre of everything we do.

“As we endeavour to achieve outcomes they are satisfied with, we are working with them at a time and at a pace they are comfortable with, while ensuring they have access to tailored support packages from partnership agencies throughout our investigations and beyond.

“We are determined to bring offenders to justice for their crimes, no matter how long ago they were committed, or how complicated the circumstances may be.”

If you or someone you know has been raped or sexually assaulted, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police, or a support agency so you can get the help and support available.

- Saint Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester. They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.

- Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives. Call on 0161 273 4500 or email [email protected]

- Survivors Manchester provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182.