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Man Charged As Part Of Child Sex Offence Investigation On The Isle Of Wight

A man has been charged as part of a child sex offence investigation on the Isle of Wight.

Police have been making enquiries following an allegation made to police on Sunday 2 February of rape and grooming offences.

Ryan Loveday, aged 20, of Valetta Way in Medway, Kent, was arrested at the Travelodge in Lind Street, Ryde, on 2 February and has since been charged with:

  • Offender over 18 engage in penetrative sexual activity with a girl 13-15 years of age
  • Offender aged 18 or over engage in non-penetrative activity with a girl aged 13-15
  • Attempted sexual assault by penetration of a girl 13 or over.

He has been remanded in custody to appear at IOW Magistrates Court on Wednesday 5 February 2025.

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