The police have urged the public to desist from sharing information related to child-related offences that is being circulated on social media.

A police spokesman said the sharing of the information, which includes voice notes and images, violates the protection of sensitive information relating to minors.

Detective Chief Inspector Derricka Burns, of the Serious Crime Unit, said: “We are appealing to members of the public, should you receive this data, please immediately delete it from your devices and do not share.

“We ask for your co-operation and urge everyone to act responsibly towards protecting our children.”

Ms Burns added: “This is a highly sensitive matter, and again, continued sharing of the content could jeopardise any court proceedings and negatively impact victims, their families and any other persons involved.”