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Man Arrested On Isle Of Wight In Connection With Alleged Sex Offences

A man has been arrested in connection with alleged sex offences on the Isle of Wight.

Police say a 65-year-old man from the East Wight has been arrested on suspicion of inciting a boy under 13 to engage in sexual activity and sending communication of an indecent and or offensive nature. 

He remains in custody.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

'We can confirm that police investigating allegations of sex offences on the Isle of Wight have arrested a man.

'A 65-year-old man from the East Wight area has been arrested on suspicion of inciting a boy under 13 to engage in sexual activity and sending communication of an indecent and or offensive nature. 

'He remains in custody at this time and our investigation continues.'

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