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The Guardian
2 days ago
- The Guardian
Childcare staff should report crimes to police, head of child abuse squad tells inquiry
Staff in the childcare sector who suspect or see abuse should first 'report it to police' and not the regulator, the head of the New South Wales police child abuse squad, Det Supt Linda Howlett, said during a public inquiry into the childcare sector. 'If you're walking down the street and you saw someone being assaulted, nine times out of 10 most people would contact the police. I don't really understand why this sector sees a criminal offence or an offence and they choose to report it to the regulator,' Howlett said
BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Worcester rape investigation launched during show weekend
Police are investigating a rape during one of Worcester's biggest weekends of the say a person was attacked in Cripplegate Park at about 02:00 BST on Sunday, with forensic inquiries being carried out near tennis courts. It comes as thousands are expected in the area for the Worcester Show at nearby Mercia Police did not reveal any details about the gender of the victim, but said it would provide further information soon. Det Supt Tony Garner said the news would be unsettling for the local community but the force was taking the incident seriously. "I know that the area is likely to be busy today with families enjoying the sunshine and visiting the Worcester Show," he added."You will see an increased police presence around Cripplegate park and Pitchcroft and we would encourage anyone with any concerns to speak to officers." Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
