Retired Social Worker Arrested In Oldham Child Abuse Investigation
A retired social worker has been arrested as part of an investigation into historical cases of child abuse in the Manchester area.
The 77-year-old was detained at his home address in Chadderton, Oldham on suspicion of indecent assault relating to allegations whilst he was employed by Manchester City Council in 1994.
This is the 70th recorded arrest by officers working as part of Operation Green Jacket, an investigation into historic child sex abuse which began in 2019. The first trial concerning a 44-year old man is due to take place next month.
Det Ch Insp Zaheer Ali of Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said officers "will not relent until we have explored all available lines of enquiry".
He added “and to bring justice for survivors."
Deputy Leader of Manchester City Council, councillor Garry Bridges, said the authority was working with police to ensure "no stone is left unturned" in seeking justice for victims.
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