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Children as young as 11 were sexually exploited in West Midlands mini-marts from 2016 to 2025, with 41 suspects identified in January 2026.
Children as young as 11 may have been sexually exploited in West Midlands mini-marts from 2016 to 2025, according to BBC investigations and internal council documents.
Repeated warnings from Dudley Council officials detailed incidents where children were lured with drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes, sometimes leading to abuse.
Despite intelligence shared with police and safeguarding partners, authorities initially denied evidence, later stating they would act on any information.
In January 2026, 41 suspects were identified, including one under rape investigation, but foreign conviction checks have not been conducted.
Eleven shops and staff members remain under scrutiny.
Los niños de tan solo 11 años fueron explotados sexualmente en mini-marts de West Midlands desde 2016 hasta 2025, con 41 sospechosos identificados en enero de 2026.