The Post investigated cops accused of sexually abusing kids. Here's what we learned.The investigation uncovered systemic failures enabling child sexual abuse by police officers, with 1,800 officers charged between 2005 and 2022.
FBI failed to investigate suspected child sexual abuse cases properly, report findsThe FBI inadequately investigated child sexual abuse cases, causing additional harm to victims, as highlighted in the Office of Inspector General's new audit.
Arizona teacher Eric Curtis Chapman smirks in court after being accused of sex crimes against studentsA teacher in Arizona faces multiple child sex crime charges, including filming sexual acts with students.
Former Winthrop police lieutenant pleads guilty to child sex abuse chargesFormer police lieutenant James Feeley was sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to child sexual abuse charges involving a minor.The abuse spanned several months, with the first disclosure on Christmas Day leading to Feeley's confession.
The Post investigated cops accused of sexually abusing kids. Here's what we learned.The investigation uncovered systemic failures enabling child sexual abuse by police officers, with 1,800 officers charged between 2005 and 2022.
FBI failed to investigate suspected child sexual abuse cases properly, report findsThe FBI inadequately investigated child sexual abuse cases, causing additional harm to victims, as highlighted in the Office of Inspector General's new audit.
Arizona teacher Eric Curtis Chapman smirks in court after being accused of sex crimes against studentsA teacher in Arizona faces multiple child sex crime charges, including filming sexual acts with students.
Former Winthrop police lieutenant pleads guilty to child sex abuse chargesFormer police lieutenant James Feeley was sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to child sexual abuse charges involving a minor.The abuse spanned several months, with the first disclosure on Christmas Day leading to Feeley's confession.
Former chair of child sexual abuse inquiry says Tory government response was awful'The response of the Tory government to the child sexual abuse inquiry was criticized as insubstantial and disappointing by its former chair, Professor Alexis Jay.
In test case for California schools, court OKs sexual abuse lawsuit against Contra Costa districtCalifornia's Assembly Bill 218 allows sexually abused survivors to sue school districts, raising concerns about the potential bankruptcy of these districts.
Former chair of child sexual abuse inquiry says Tory government response was awful'The response of the Tory government to the child sexual abuse inquiry was criticized as insubstantial and disappointing by its former chair, Professor Alexis Jay.
In test case for California schools, court OKs sexual abuse lawsuit against Contra Costa districtCalifornia's Assembly Bill 218 allows sexually abused survivors to sue school districts, raising concerns about the potential bankruptcy of these districts.
Disgraced ex-NYC Councilman Dan Halloran arrested at Miami airport with thousands of child sex abuse videos on phoneFormer NYC Councilman Dan Halloran was arrested with over 1,300 child sexual abuse videos upon returning from Cuba.
Ex-teacher from Forest Hill charged with repeatedly sexually abusing young boysGeoffrey Dolamore, a retired teacher, faces 24 charges of child sexual abuse involving boys and adults spanning several decades.
'Coward' paedophile who fled country convictedRichard Burrows was convicted of 54 child sex abuse charges after evading justice for nearly 30 years.
Greenwich paedophile abused children as young as 10 over the course of 17 yearsArtur Seberger was sentenced to 12.5 years in prison for sexually abusing two children aged 10 to 16 over several years.
Paedophile ice cream seller who targeted young girls dies in prisonDavid Budd, a convicted paedophile, died in prison due to lung cancer shortly after a diagnosis.
'Coward' paedophile who fled country convictedRichard Burrows was convicted of 54 child sex abuse charges after evading justice for nearly 30 years.
Greenwich paedophile abused children as young as 10 over the course of 17 yearsArtur Seberger was sentenced to 12.5 years in prison for sexually abusing two children aged 10 to 16 over several years.
Paedophile ice cream seller who targeted young girls dies in prisonDavid Budd, a convicted paedophile, died in prison due to lung cancer shortly after a diagnosis.
Police: Before arrest in child porn case, California man drilled hard drive and his fingers, tooA Yucaipa man injured himself trying to destroy a hard drive containing child exploitation images just before his arrest.
Richmond: Youth golf coach charged with possessing 600-plus child porn filesA local golf instructor has been charged with possessing child sexual abuse material, raising serious concerns despite no involvement with students.The Richmond Golf Club took swift action against Oda following serious allegations, ensuring cooperation with law enforcement.
Police: Before arrest in child porn case, California man drilled hard drive and his fingers, tooA Yucaipa man injured himself trying to destroy a hard drive containing child exploitation images just before his arrest.
Richmond: Youth golf coach charged with possessing 600-plus child porn filesA local golf instructor has been charged with possessing child sexual abuse material, raising serious concerns despite no involvement with students.The Richmond Golf Club took swift action against Oda following serious allegations, ensuring cooperation with law enforcement.
UK child sexual abuse survivors take standup comedy coursesStandup comedy aids trauma recovery for survivors of child sexual abuse in the UK, enabling empowerment and humor in their healing process.
Watching extreme porn is leading to online sexual offending, charity warnsExtreme pornography desensitizes viewers, increasing risks of online sexual offences.Charity warns of escalating porn addiction leading to legal issues.
Secret police files reveal suspect in schoolboy murder's paedophile pastLennie Smith's history of child sex crimes spanned decades, showcasing failures in the justice system.He evaded serious charges due to witness credibility issues during key investigations.
Victims want action, child abuse inquiry chair saysProf Alexis Jay emphasizes the need to act on recommendations for child sexual abuse and move beyond inquiries, reflecting victims' urgent concerns.
Secret police files reveal suspect in schoolboy murder's paedophile pastLennie Smith's history of child sex crimes spanned decades, showcasing failures in the justice system.He evaded serious charges due to witness credibility issues during key investigations.
Victims want action, child abuse inquiry chair saysProf Alexis Jay emphasizes the need to act on recommendations for child sexual abuse and move beyond inquiries, reflecting victims' urgent concerns.
French surgeon to stand trial accused of abusing 299 child patientsA former surgeon will face trial for sexual abuse of 299 alleged victims in France's biggest child sex abuse trial.
Trump's AG Promises To Release Some Epstein' Files and A Lot of Flight Logs'Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on protecting victims' identities.
Chair of child sexual abuse inquiry calls Tory response awful, inconsequential'The Conservative government's response to a national inquiry on child sexual abuse was criticized as inadequate and insubstantial.
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Child Sexual Abuse Material on iCloudApple is being sued for failing to protect child sexual abuse victims by not implementing their own tools to detect and remove abusive images.
UK officials urged to act months ago' on child sexual abuse inquiry's demandsGovernment response to IICSA recommendations accelerated post-Elon Musk controversy, highlighting a reactive rather than proactive approach to child sexual abuse reforms.
French surgeon to stand trial accused of abusing 299 child patientsA former surgeon will face trial for sexual abuse of 299 alleged victims in France's biggest child sex abuse trial.
Trump's AG Promises To Release Some Epstein' Files and A Lot of Flight Logs'Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on protecting victims' identities.
Chair of child sexual abuse inquiry calls Tory response awful, inconsequential'The Conservative government's response to a national inquiry on child sexual abuse was criticized as inadequate and insubstantial.
Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Child Sexual Abuse Material on iCloudApple is being sued for failing to protect child sexual abuse victims by not implementing their own tools to detect and remove abusive images.
UK officials urged to act months ago' on child sexual abuse inquiry's demandsGovernment response to IICSA recommendations accelerated post-Elon Musk controversy, highlighting a reactive rather than proactive approach to child sexual abuse reforms.
Man caught with serious child sexual abuse images and videos given a suspended sentenceRichard Hayes received a suspended two-year sentence for possessing child sexual abuse images and videos.
The Missing Detail about Encryption in the Pavel Durov Investigation - emptywheelCharges against Pavel Durov emphasize the role of Telegram in child sexual abuse investigations in France.The platform's lack of cooperation with law enforcement raises significant concerns. Legal repercussions for Durov include a potential 10-year sentence due to the severity of the charges.
Man caught with serious child sexual abuse images and videos given a suspended sentenceRichard Hayes received a suspended two-year sentence for possessing child sexual abuse images and videos.
The Missing Detail about Encryption in the Pavel Durov Investigation - emptywheelCharges against Pavel Durov emphasize the role of Telegram in child sexual abuse investigations in France.The platform's lack of cooperation with law enforcement raises significant concerns. Legal repercussions for Durov include a potential 10-year sentence due to the severity of the charges.
David Quinn: Jesuits deserve credit for publishing names of child abusers - will other organisations now do the same?The Jesuit Order has publicly acknowledged child sexual abuse claims against 15 deceased priests, a rare act of transparency.
Watchdog refuses to release police statements about south London 'paedo ring'The IOPC has suppressed witness statements in the Elm Guest House case, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in historical abuse investigations.
David Quinn: Jesuits deserve credit for publishing names of child abusers - will other organisations now do the same?The Jesuit Order has publicly acknowledged child sexual abuse claims against 15 deceased priests, a rare act of transparency.
Watchdog refuses to release police statements about south London 'paedo ring'The IOPC has suppressed witness statements in the Elm Guest House case, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in historical abuse investigations.
Child Sexual Abuse: What Can We Do?Raising awareness and education on child sexual abuse (CSA) is crucial for prevention, intervention, and support for survivors.
Why Hope Matters After Childhood Sexual AbuseSurvivors of child sexual abuse often experience deep feelings of hopelessness and lack of control.Conventional PTSD treatments may not suit all survivors, highlighting the need for personalized approaches.Framing beliefs positively helps survivors regain a sense of hope.
Child Sexual Abuse: What Can We Do?Raising awareness and education on child sexual abuse (CSA) is crucial for prevention, intervention, and support for survivors.
Why Hope Matters After Childhood Sexual AbuseSurvivors of child sexual abuse often experience deep feelings of hopelessness and lack of control.Conventional PTSD treatments may not suit all survivors, highlighting the need for personalized approaches.Framing beliefs positively helps survivors regain a sense of hope.
Child sex abuse survivors demand ring-fenced fundingSurvivors of childhood sexual abuse urge government to implement recommendations from 2022 inquiry with dedicated funding.
Woman gang raped aged 12 demands grooming inquiry but tells far-right to stay outSamantha Walker-Roberts advocates for a government inquiry into child sexual abuse in Oldham, criticizing local reviews and seeking accountability for past failures.
Child sex abuse survivors demand ring-fenced fundingSurvivors of childhood sexual abuse urge government to implement recommendations from 2022 inquiry with dedicated funding.
Woman gang raped aged 12 demands grooming inquiry but tells far-right to stay outSamantha Walker-Roberts advocates for a government inquiry into child sexual abuse in Oldham, criticizing local reviews and seeking accountability for past failures.
Time limit for child sex abuse claims to be removedThe time limit for child sexual abuse victims to file lawsuits will be abolished in England and Wales.
Yvette Cooper says she will force professionals to report child sexual abuse claimsNew law will criminalize failure to report child sexual abuse by professionals, enhancing accountability.
UK government announces new local inquiries into child sex abuseThe UK government will initiate new local inquiries into child sexual abuse and conduct a rapid review of exploitation cases, responding to past criticisms.
Yvette Cooper announces urgent national review on grooming gangsUrgent review announced for grooming gangs to assess current knowledge and support victims, rather than initiating a national inquiry.
Yvette Cooper says she will force professionals to report child sexual abuse claimsNew law will criminalize failure to report child sexual abuse by professionals, enhancing accountability.
UK government announces new local inquiries into child sex abuseThe UK government will initiate new local inquiries into child sexual abuse and conduct a rapid review of exploitation cases, responding to past criticisms.
Yvette Cooper announces urgent national review on grooming gangsUrgent review announced for grooming gangs to assess current knowledge and support victims, rather than initiating a national inquiry.
City Hall Tories demand Sadiq Khan set up grooming gang inquiryThere is a pressing need for an inquiry into grooming gangs in London, as systemic issues may have been overlooked without local investigations.
What is Starmer's record on prosecuting grooming gangs?Elon Musk accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of complicity in handling of grooming gang scandals during his time as head of the CPS.
Tone down grooming gangs rhetoric, top Tory toldTensions arose in the Welsh Parliament over calls for a new inquiry into child sexual abuse, highlighting divisions among politicians on the handling of sensitive topics.
Labour MP joins calls for national inquiry into grooming gangsLabour MP Dan Carden calls for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, urging the government to pursue justice for victims vigorously.
Wes Streeting points to New Zealand mosque massacre amid grooming gang rhetoricInflammatory language around grooming gangs risks vilifying communities and inciting violence.
Minister rejects Burnham's call for grooming inquiryThere is disagreement between Labour's Andy Burnham and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy over the need for a new national inquiry into grooming gangs.
City Hall Tories demand Sadiq Khan set up grooming gang inquiryThere is a pressing need for an inquiry into grooming gangs in London, as systemic issues may have been overlooked without local investigations.
What is Starmer's record on prosecuting grooming gangs?Elon Musk accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of complicity in handling of grooming gang scandals during his time as head of the CPS.
Tone down grooming gangs rhetoric, top Tory toldTensions arose in the Welsh Parliament over calls for a new inquiry into child sexual abuse, highlighting divisions among politicians on the handling of sensitive topics.
Labour MP joins calls for national inquiry into grooming gangsLabour MP Dan Carden calls for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, urging the government to pursue justice for victims vigorously.
Wes Streeting points to New Zealand mosque massacre amid grooming gang rhetoricInflammatory language around grooming gangs risks vilifying communities and inciting violence.
Minister rejects Burnham's call for grooming inquiryThere is disagreement between Labour's Andy Burnham and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy over the need for a new national inquiry into grooming gangs.
Badenoch calls for national inquiry into 'rape gangs'Kemi Badenoch calls for a national inquiry into the UK's rape gangs scandal to ensure justice for victims.
Cooper promises law to tackle child abuse cover upsThose who fail to report or cover up child sexual abuse may face new criminal penalties under proposed legislation.
Badenoch calls for national inquiry into 'rape gangs'Kemi Badenoch calls for a national inquiry into the UK's rape gangs scandal to ensure justice for victims.
Cooper promises law to tackle child abuse cover upsThose who fail to report or cover up child sexual abuse may face new criminal penalties under proposed legislation.
Child sexual abuse inquiry chair urges government to actProf Alexis Jay urges for immediate implementation of child sexual abuse reforms following IICSA's 2022 report.
Disgraced lawyer boasted about sexually assaulting childStuart Cottis, a solicitor, was jailed for sexually abusing children and boasting about it online.
AI images, child sexual abuse and a first prosecution of its kind' - podcastAI technology poses serious challenges in the creation of abusive content, necessitating immediate legal reforms.Hugh Nelson's case highlights the urgent need for robust measures against AI-generated child abuse imagery.
Ex-BBC journalist jailed for child sex offencesA former BBC journalist was sentenced to eight years for child sexual abuse offenses, revealing severe misconduct in the media profession.
Wexford man 'fell down a rabbit hole' during Covid and started watching child sexual abuse videosAccessing child sexual abuse material can lead to significant legal repercussions, even with a suspended sentence.
Disgraced lawyer boasted about sexually assaulting childStuart Cottis, a solicitor, was jailed for sexually abusing children and boasting about it online.
AI images, child sexual abuse and a first prosecution of its kind' - podcastAI technology poses serious challenges in the creation of abusive content, necessitating immediate legal reforms.Hugh Nelson's case highlights the urgent need for robust measures against AI-generated child abuse imagery.
Ex-BBC journalist jailed for child sex offencesA former BBC journalist was sentenced to eight years for child sexual abuse offenses, revealing severe misconduct in the media profession.
Wexford man 'fell down a rabbit hole' during Covid and started watching child sexual abuse videosAccessing child sexual abuse material can lead to significant legal repercussions, even with a suspended sentence.
Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Made Shocking Comments About Child Rape Victims: They Are Going to Be Monsters'Mark Robinson's controversial remarks link child sexual abuse to future violent behavior, raising significant concerns about his perspectives on vulnerable populations.
UK man gets 18 years in prison for using AI to generate CSAMHugh Nelson received an 18-year prison sentence for creating AI-manipulated child sexual abuse material, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK.
Online predator gets life in UK's biggest catfishing' case DW 10/25/2024McCartney was sentenced to life for multiple charges including child sexual abuse and manslaughter linked to his online grooming tactics.The case underscores the severe psychological toll of online child grooming and abuse, leading to tragic outcomes for victims and their families.
AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery reaching tipping point', says watchdogAI-generated child sexual abuse imagery is increasingly prevalent online, with reports significantly rising in the past six months.
London consultant found with child sex abuse images struck offA London consultant found with child sexual abuse images has been struck off the medical profession.
Gardai found evidence on seized phones that man (28) sexually abused his young niecesThe case underscores the severe impact of child sexual abuse on families and relationships.
US court upholds R Kelly's 20-year prison term for child sexual abuseSinger R Kelly sentenced to 20 years in prison for child sexual abuse convictions.
London consultant found with child sex abuse images struck offA London consultant found with child sexual abuse images has been struck off the medical profession.
Gardai found evidence on seized phones that man (28) sexually abused his young niecesThe case underscores the severe impact of child sexual abuse on families and relationships.
US court upholds R Kelly's 20-year prison term for child sexual abuseSinger R Kelly sentenced to 20 years in prison for child sexual abuse convictions.
One in eight girls sexually assaulted or raped before turning 18, says UnicefOver 370 million women and girls experienced sexual violence before 18, indicating a severe global crisis.
The Menendez saga took place in an era of the closet, fantasy, and sexual abuse as innuendoThe Menendez case highlights how sensationalism and societal biases can shape public perception of crime and its perpetrators.
Child abuse expert at Bay Area lawyer's trial: Very small minority' of victimized kids lieA very small minority of victimized children lie about being sexually abused.
Child abuse expert at Bay Area lawyer's trial: 'Very small minority' of victimized kids lieA very small minority of victimized children lie about sexual abuse, and delayed reporting can lead to disbelief and harm.
Child abuse expert at Bay Area lawyer's trial: Very small minority' of victimized kids lieA very small minority of victimized children lie about being sexually abused.
Child abuse expert at Bay Area lawyer's trial: 'Very small minority' of victimized kids lieA very small minority of victimized children lie about sexual abuse, and delayed reporting can lead to disbelief and harm.
U.S. Rowing Rescinds Ted Nash's Honors After Abuse InvestigationChild sexual abuse accusations against Olympic coach Ted Nash found credible, with no motive for accuser to lie.