Third man arrested in connection with historical abuse enquiry

RELEASED TO MEDIA AT 9.05 AM ON FRIDAY 30 MAY 2008

FURTHER ARREST IN CONNECTION WITH THE HISTORICAL ABUSE ENQUIRY

THE States of Jersey Police can confirm that a third man has been arrested in connection with the ongoing Historical Abuse Enquiry.

This is in connection with alleged serious sexual crimes at Haut de la Garenne in the 1970s and early 1980’s.

The arrest of the man, (45), who is Jersey born, took place in the UK yesterday. (Thursday 29th May).

The man was brought back to Jersey last night and is now in custody at Police Headquarters.  He will be questioned during today.

The States of Jersey Police will not release the name of the man unless he is charged.

Louise Nibbs

Press Officer

The States of Jersey Police