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500 Officers Raid Crewe, Arrest Nine Over Sexual Slavery

4/30/2026

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Over 500 officers from Cheshire Police, Europol and partners raided three Crewe sites.
Nine people—six men and three women of five nationalities—were arrested for sexual offences, forced marriage and slavery linked to Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light group.
Cheshire Police said the raids target alleged crimes, not the group’s religious beliefs.
Cheshire East Council provided safeguarding for residents.
Labour MP Connor Naismith thanked police and reported media harassment.

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Story summary

Over 500 officers from Cheshire Police, Europol and partners raided three Crewe sites.
Nine people—six men and three women of five nationalities—were arrested for sexual offences, forced marriage and slavery linked to Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light group.
Cheshire Police said the raids target alleged crimes, not the group’s religious beliefs.
Cheshire East Council provided safeguarding for residents.
Labour MP Connor Naismith thanked police and reported media harassment.