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10/09/2015
Jonathan King Among Three Arrested Over Child Sex Abuse Charges
A 70-year-old man arrested by Surrey Police as part of an investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse is understood to be former music industry figure, Jonathan King.
Officers from Operation Ravine arrested Mr King in London alongside a 77-year-old man and an 86-year-old man.
The two men have been released on police bail until Wednesday, 09 March 2016, while the investigation continues. The 70-year-old man from London remains in police custody.
Mr King has not been officially named by police but a number of news reports claim that he is among the men arrested.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Karen Mizzi, said: "This is a complex investigation into numerous allegations of sexual abuse and assault dating back over several decades.
"Our investigation focuses on the Walton Hop Disco, a popular event for youngsters between the 1970s and1980s and we are following a number of lines of enquiry. However if anyone has information that may help the investigation I would ask them to contact us."
Operation Ravine was established in late 2014 following a review by Merseyside Police into the Surrey Police investigation entitled Operation Arundel which launched in 2000. The independent review was commissioned in January 2014 to ensure all lines of inquiry had been identified. A number of actions have subsequently been progressed under Operation Ravine leading to new allegations of sexual offences being identified.
Officers would like anyone who has information about sexual offences linked to the Walton Hop Disco to contact them on 01483 636485 where you will be supported by specialist officers and police staff. Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Anyone affected by sexual assault or abuse can find advice on support and help available to them by visiting www.nspcc.org.uk.
(MH)
Officers from Operation Ravine arrested Mr King in London alongside a 77-year-old man and an 86-year-old man.
The two men have been released on police bail until Wednesday, 09 March 2016, while the investigation continues. The 70-year-old man from London remains in police custody.
Mr King has not been officially named by police but a number of news reports claim that he is among the men arrested.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Chief Inspector Karen Mizzi, said: "This is a complex investigation into numerous allegations of sexual abuse and assault dating back over several decades.
"Our investigation focuses on the Walton Hop Disco, a popular event for youngsters between the 1970s and1980s and we are following a number of lines of enquiry. However if anyone has information that may help the investigation I would ask them to contact us."
Operation Ravine was established in late 2014 following a review by Merseyside Police into the Surrey Police investigation entitled Operation Arundel which launched in 2000. The independent review was commissioned in January 2014 to ensure all lines of inquiry had been identified. A number of actions have subsequently been progressed under Operation Ravine leading to new allegations of sexual offences being identified.
Officers would like anyone who has information about sexual offences linked to the Walton Hop Disco to contact them on 01483 636485 where you will be supported by specialist officers and police staff. Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Anyone affected by sexual assault or abuse can find advice on support and help available to them by visiting www.nspcc.org.uk.
(MH)
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