Epstein files: Police open investigation into two child sex abuse allegations
Surrey Police have initiated an investigation into two historical child sexual abuse allegations following the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files. The allegations date back to the mid-1990s to 2000 and the mid to late 1980s. No arrests have been made at this time, and the police are seeking witnesses to come forward.
- ▪Surrey Police are investigating two separate allegations of historic child sexual abuse.
- ▪One allegation relates to locations in Surrey and Berkshire from the mid-1990s to 2000.
- ▪The second allegation pertains to west Surrey in the mid to late 1980s.
- ▪No arrests have been made, and the police are working to verify information.
- ▪The investigation follows the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein by the US Department of Justice.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 2 lean left, 1 centre.
- ▪ Surrey police open abuse investigation after Epstein revelations — Financial Times — World
- ▪ Surrey police launch investigation into UK Epstein abuse allegations — The Guardian — UK
- ▪ UK police investigate allegations of historic child sex abuse following Epstein file release — ABC News — International
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