16 people arrested on suspicion of child abuse offences in Bradford
The offences are alleged to have happened between 2002 and 2009.
16 men have been arrested by police investigating child abuse in the Bradford District.
They were arrested at addresses in West Yorkshire and London.
The offences are alleged to have happened between 2002 and 2009 - and relate to one female victim.
The men, aged between 33 and 60, have all been released pending further enquiries.
Detective Chief Inspector Alan Weekes, of Bradford District Police, said: “This investigation forms part of West Yorkshire Police’s commitment to the investigation of both current and non-recent sexual offences against children.
“Tackling child abuse is not something that any one agency can do in isolation though which is why we work closely with local authorities and other organisations and charities to support victims, bring offenders to justice and make our communities safer.
“We would urge anyone who has been a victim of sexual abuse, whether recent or historic, to report it to the police. Please be assured that you will be listened to, taken seriously and supported by professionals with experience of dealing with these kind of offences.”