A man has been charged following an investigation into the alleged historical sexual abuse of kids within the state’s Hawkesbury area through the Eighties. Detectives attached to Hawkesbury Police Area Command established Strike Force Twill in October 2022, following numerous stories of alleged youngster sex abuse that occurred at a vacation park in Wisemans Ferry. Police have been advised between the years 1982 and 1987, a resident of a holiday park allegedly sexually assaulted numerous younger boys. Following in depth inquiries, investigators arrested a 60-year-old man in Wisemans Ferry, about 9am Thursday (20 July 2023). Man charged following investigation into historical sexual abuse offences was charged with 22 youngster sexual assault offences and one rely of frequent assault. He was refused bail and appeared at Penrith Local Court on Friday (21 July 2023), to reappear at the same court on Friday 29 September 2023. As inquiries proceed, police are interesting for anybody who may find a way to assist detectives, including anyone who holidayed in the area at that time and witnessed suspicious behaviour. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded to not report info through NSW Police social media pages.
Man charged following investigation into historical sexual abuse offences
