RATNAKAR SINGH FROM MIDDLESBROUGH CHARGED WITH MULTIPLE SEX OFFENCES IN ESSEX

Detectives have officially brought charges against Ratnakar Singh, a 25-year-old man from Middlesbrough, in connection with a series of 14 serious criminal offences. Singh, who resides on Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough, was taken into custody on Thursday, March 20, by the Paedophile and Online Investigation Team of Cleveland Police. His arrest followed reports indicating that he had attempted to groom a 14-year-old girl, an act that raised significant concern among law enforcement officials.

After being detained, Singh was taken for questioning, during which investigators uncovered evidence linking him to multiple heinous crimes. It is believed that Singh traveled from Middlesbrough to the Essex area, where he is suspected of committing a sexual assault, including the rape of a teenage girl. The police's investigation revealed disturbing details about Singh’s activities, which led to the formal charging of several serious offences.

Singh faces a total of 14 charges, including the heinous crime of rape. In addition, he has been charged with two counts of engaging in sexual communication with a child, which involves inappropriate and illegal interactions with minors. Further allegations include inciting a girl to engage in sexual activity, as well as two counts of arranging the commission of a child sex offence, indicating premeditated efforts to facilitate illegal acts.

Authorities also charged Singh with possessing an image of a child, along with possessing extreme images, which are considered highly disturbing and illegal. Moreover, he faces six counts of making indecent images of a child, highlighting the severity and breadth of his alleged misconduct.

Following the charges, Singh was remanded in custody, and he was scheduled to appear before Teesside Magistrates' Court on March 21. The case underscores the ongoing commitment of law enforcement agencies to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable minors from harm. The police continue their efforts to bring offenders to justice and urge the public to stay informed through official channels. Community members are encouraged to sign up for a dedicated court newsletter for daily updates from Teesside’s courts and to join local WhatsApp groups for real-time news, updates, and exclusive information related to ongoing court proceedings and crime stories in the area.