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Bolton man in his 20s charged with rape of a child
Greater Manchester Police announced today, Friday February 6, that Spencer Bates, 22, had been charged with rape of a child and sexual activity with a child.
The charges have been brought after an investigation by the force’s Child Protection Investigation Unit.
Bates is now expected to appear before the court at a later date.
A GMP spokesperson said: “A man in his 20s has been charged with two separate sexual offences following an investigation by GMP’s Child Protection Investigation Unit.
“Spencer Bates, of Hawshead Drive, Bolton, has been charged with rape of a female under 16 and sexual activity with a child.
“He has been bailed to attend Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court on July 1, 2026.”
No further details have been released about the nature of the charges at this stage.