Police investigate historic abuse at Midlands children's home

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 17:22 · Archive

West Mercia Police are investigating non-recent sex offences at a former children's home in Alvechurch.

West Mercia Police have launched an investigation into non-recent sex offences at Forhill House, a former children's home on Lea End Lane in Alvechurch. The offences allegedly took place between 1970 and 1985, with reports that a teenage boy was physically and sexually assaulted by male staff members.

Detective Constable Caitlin Allen said the force commends the victim for coming forward and will conduct a full investigation to establish what happened. Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the abuse or have information to assist enquiries to get in touch.

The force is particularly keen to hear from anyone who resided at or was involved with the children's home in the 1970s or early 1980s. Officers note that these people are now likely to be in their 50s or 60s and say those coming forward will be supported.

How it is being reported

• Police appeal following historic sex offences at former children’s home in West MidlandsIt is reported that a teenage boy was physically and sexually assaulted by male staff members.Express & Star · 30 Oct, 16:40
• Investigation into former Midlands children's home after 'teen physically and sexually assaulted'West Merica Police are appealing for others involved with the home to come forwardBirminghamLive · 30 Oct, 16:31

In this story: West Mercia Police · Forhill House · Alvechurch · Lea End Lane

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