Detectives probing historical child sexual offences in Southampton have apprehended an alleged Paedophile teacher, Paul Davis. Paul Davis, 48, of Manor Road North, Southampton, faces three charges of engaging in sexual activity with a minor under the age of 16.
The charges pertain to offences purportedly committed in 2021 and 2022 against a single adolescent female.
The investigations pertain to accusations of child sexual abuse by individuals in positions of trust against former students of St Anne’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College.
Mr. Paul Davis was a previous teacher at the institution. He is scheduled to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court on Tuesday, April 8.
We would encourage anyone who has been a victim of child sexual abuse to contact police on 101 where you can speak with a police officer in confidence referencing Op Stonecrop or by submitting information online by going to https://mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC23M03-PO1 quoting reference number 44230175402.
Anyone impacted by sexual abuse or any other crime, can access free, confidential and independent help and support by contacting the Victim Care Hub on 0808 178 1641 or Hub.hiow@victimsupport.org.uk Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm.
Outside of those times, or if you live outside Hampshire, you can call 0808 168 9111 or live chat www.victimsupport.org.uk/livecha
The CPS and Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary remind all concerned that criminal proceedings against this defendant is now active and that he has a right to a fair trial. It is extremely important that there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.
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