The Police Foundation (Police’s Think Tank), in July 2022 released a report entitled “Turning the Tide Against Online Child Sexual Abuse” recognises that not all those CSAM offenders are created equal. Distinctions must be made between the different types of offenders.
Here’s what happens to the sexual perpetrator’s innocent family members when they offend. Collateral damage is dangerous for society. More help and support is needed for these innocent family members.
Vigilante stings threaten the Fundamental Human Rights of those targeted (and their families, including children).
The first 24-72 hours are absolutely crucial in supporting the person through the trauma of ‘the knock’. Typically partners and their children after ‘the knock’ suffer from psychological trauma. They very much view the event as life-threatening. The police arriving at the door, searching the home, arresting the husband, finding out for the first time …
The number of people being arrested for online sexual offences is rising exponentially. Many of these sex offences relate to children. Why are we suddenly seeing such a rise in the number of these offences? The internet has a huge role to play. Whilst the motivating pathways to offending are complex, addiction is a major …
What are the factors involved when deciding to stay or leave a relationship with an online sex offender?
One mother’s story (Emma) describes the psychological impact on her children because of her ex husband’s sexual offences. What happens to a family when a parent is arrested for online sexual offences? “Your world just collapses and you fear that nothing will ever ever be the same again” said Emma. Emma highlights the devastating impact …