Police are 'too busy to arrest paedophiles', new report says

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Police are 'too busy to arrest paedophiles', new report says.

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Police forces across England and Wales are failing to arrest individuals who view indecent images of children because they are overwhelmed by surging demand, a new report has said.The findings emerged in a damning new report from His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services.The inspectorate found that referrals for online child sexual abuse increased by 66 per cent between 2023 and 2024, leaving officers unable to cope with their workload.Investigators warned that the current police response to this category of offending is falling below acceptable standards, with children being left at risk as a consequence of stretched resources.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The report revealed that some forces are opting to invite suspects for voluntary interviews rather than formally arresting them, primarily because this approach involves less administrative burden.However, inspectors warned this practice poses significant risks to vulnerable children.

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