Officers from Cheshire Police, with support from colleagues from neighbouring forces have today conducted a warrant at three addresses in Crewe following allegations of serious sexual abuse, modern slavery and forced marriage which are reported to have occurred at a religious group in Crewe.
Connor Naismith, Labour MP for Crewe & Nantwich, said:
"Earlier today, I was informed by Cheshire Police that arrests had been made in relation to allegations of sexual abuse, modern slavery and forced marriage by members of a religious group, widely reported to be the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light, in Crewe. So far, 6 suspects are in custody including 4 males and 2 females of Mexican, American, Spanish, Italian and British nationalities.
"These arrests took place across three addresses in Crewe with support from neighbouring forces.
"Constituents will be aware that I have repeatedly raised concerns about this group.
"The allegations are extremely serious and must be investigated fully and without prejudice. Cheshire Police are working closely with partner agencies to ensure proper safeguarding of residents in and around Webb House.
"I understand that this news will be particularly worrying for residents in close proximity to the addresses where the arrests have taken place. I have asked that Cheshire Police will conduct their investigations thoroughly and promptly to ensure that justice is done and that calm is restored to our community. If anyone has any further information that they think may be important to these investigations, I would urge them to get in touch with the police directly.
"I would also like to reiterate Cheshire Police's requests not to speculate about the arrests as this is an ongoing investigation."
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Notes to the Editor Live updates from Cheshire Police on the investigation can be found here: https://www.cheshire.police.uk/news/cheshire/news/articles/2026/4/several-people-arrested-following-serious-allegations-at-a-religious-group-in-crewe/#:~:text=Chief%20Superintendent%20Gareth%20Wrigley%2C%20of,Peace%20and%20Light%20in%20Crewe.
