Following an extensive and ongoing investigation, Taskforce Mirzam detectives have today further charged a 39 year old woman with 81 child sexual abuse offences.
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The Taskforce was launched in February following the discovery of a recording device by a member of the public which contained videos showing adults, both male and a female, engaging in sexual acts with a young girl.
It will be alleged between 2011 and 2016 the woman sexually assaulted her biological daughter, son and a 14 year old girl. She has been charged with:
- 50 counts of Indecent Dealing of a Child under 13 years by a Lineal/Relative;
- Seven counts of Sexual Penetration of a Child under 13 years by a Lineal/Relative;
- Seven counts of Sexual Penetration of a Child over 13 years and under 16 years;
- Four counts of Encourage Child Sexual Behaviour;
- Three counts of Stupefy to Commit an Indictable Offence;
- Three counts of Indecent Dealing of a Child under 16 years;
- Two counts of Indecently Record a Child under 13 years;
- Two counts of Fail to Protect Children from Harm;
- One count of Cause, Permit or Seek to Induce a Child to act as a Prostitute;
- One count of Obtain Payment for Prostitution by a Child; and
- One count of Persistent Sexual Conduct.
The woman has been refused bail and is due to appear before the Perth Magistrates Court tomorrow, 7 April 2018.
Taskforce MIRZAM is an ongoing investigation and further arrests and charges are anticipated. Detectives have urged anyone with any information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au Callers may remain anonymous if they wish.
If you are or have been a victim of sexual abuse, or if you have information about someone being abused, contact police on 131 444.