2023/26378 - Missing Sex Offenders

REQUEST

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to you under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act to request information regarding the current status of registered sex offenders within your jurisdiction.

Specifically, I would like to obtain information on the number of registered sex offenders whose whereabouts are unknown, as well as any available details regarding the crimes committed by these missing offenders. I am particularly interested in cases involving rape, sexual assault, and sexual abuse of children.

I understand that police forces play a vital role in monitoring and managing registered sex offenders to ensure public safety. Therefore, I kindly request the following information for the period of the last five years:

- The total number of registered sex offenders within your jurisdiction.
- The number of registered sex offenders whose whereabouts are currently unknown.
- Any available details regarding the crimes committed by the missing registered sex offenders, including but not limited to cases of rape, sexual assault, and sexual abuse of children.

CLARIFICATION

“To confirm, I am looking for the offence for which they were convicted.”

RESPONSE