Woman, 28, arrested after 'distressing video' shared on Facebook

A woman has been arrested after a 'distressing video' showing the 'assault' of a child was circulated online. A suspect, 28, is currently in custody on suspicion of child cruelty.

Chorley Police took to social media to inform the public that they were aware of the video which had appeared on the platform and have taken action. The unit also issued a warning to the public regarding the video in their statement that was released on Saturday night (February 1).

On Facebook, Chorley Police shared this post: "We’re aware of a distressing video circulating on social media, showing a woman assaulting a child.

"We want to assure the public that we take matters like this extremely seriously and, following enquiries, we have arrested a 28-year-old woman from Chorley on suspicion of child cruelty. She is currently in custody.

"The child identified in the video has been effectively safeguarded. We’d like to remind people to please not share the video as doing so could prejudice a live investigation."