Schoolboy accused of sexual assault on pupil in gender neutral school toilet

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A boy has been arrested on suspicion of committing “serious” sexual assaults on a pupil inside a gender neutral toilet at an Essex school.

The boy, under the age of 16, has since been bailed with conditions, Essex Police said.

The school has not been named.

The force said in a statement: “We are currently investigating reports of serious sexual assaults, which are believed to have occurred at a school in north Essex.

“A boy, under the age of 16, has been arrested and since been bailed with conditions.

“We are working closely with the school and local authorities whilst inquiries for this investigation continue.”

Essex County Council said it would work with both police and local authorities in a “safeguarding matter” at the school.

“We are supporting the leadership at the school and will provide additional support to the school community if required,” a spokesman said.

“The school have communicated with parents and carers and have offered support.

“As this is an ongoing police investigation, we are not able to comment further at this time.”

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