28 Jul 2011

Man accused of child exploitation

1:10 pm on 28 July 2011

A 37-year-old Lower Hutt man has been arrested and charged with child exploitation.

The man was arrested on Wednesday and his house searched for evidence.

He appeared in the Lower Hutt District Court on Thursday, facing a charge of possession of objectionable material.

Police say they have traced the case overseas where positive action has been taken and several children who were being abused have been made safe.

Wellington district field crime manager Detective Inspector Mike Johnson says further charges are pending and as more victims are identified.