Southampton man charged with child sexual offences

A 54 year old Southampton man has been charged with a child sexual offence.

After some great work by specialist officers from the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU), the man was arrested and charged on Thursday 23 June.

Frank Salmon of Harbourne Gardens in West End was charged with arranging or facilitating the commission of a child sexual offence. He appeared at Southampton Magistrates court on Friday 24 June, and was bailed pending a Crown Court appearance on 22 July.

Police have stressed that if anyone is concerned about their own thoughts towards minors, or those of others they should seek advice and/or support. There is a ‘Stop it Now’ helpline, which can be contacted confidentially on 0808 1000 900.