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Gelsenkirchen Daycare Worker Arrested on Suspicion of Producing and Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material

Authorities say there is no indication the material originated at the daycare.

Overview

  • Police say the 32-year-old municipal employee was detained Friday after a judge approved an arrest warrant requested by Essen prosecutors.
  • According to current findings, investigators see no indication the content was created in her workplace.
  • Police declined to release further details as the criminal investigation continues.
  • The city operator GeKita immediately suspended the worker and informed the state youth authority.
  • Parents were briefed Monday, with information and counseling offered by the Caritas specialist service for child protection.