Northern Territory Police have arrested a 26-year-old man in relation to child sex offences in a West Arnhem community.
Detectives from the NT Police and Australian Federal Police (AFP) Joint Anti-Child Exploitation Team executed a search warrant at the man’s residence yesterday afternoon, locating a mobile telephone which contained child abuse material.
He has been charged with:
• Possess or control child abuse material
The man has been remanded and will face court today.
Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Jon Beer said the Australia Federal Police and NT Police continue to work closely together to ensure those involved in this type of behaviour are identified and dealt with quickly.
“This behaviour is abhorrent and we will continue to pursue those who are responsible for perpetuating such vile conduct,” Detective Senior Sergeant Beer said.
AFP Detective Sergeant Richard Matejic said the investigation highlighted how closely police around Australia worked together to combat the exploitation and abuse of children.
“Anyone who views this material is committing a crime,” Detective Sergeant Matejic said.
“Our message to online offenders has not changed – if you procure, access and transmit child abuse material, you will be found, arrested and prosecuted.”
Members of the public who have any information about people involved in child abuse and exploitation are urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or NT Police on 131 444.
You can also make a report online by alerting the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation via the ‘Report Abuse’ button at www.accce.gov.au/report
