Police 'investigated complaint' about Watkins abuse

Bedfordshire Police received a complaint from a member of the public after she had reported a suspected incident of child abuse.

The force Professional Standards Department investigated the complaint and an email explaining the outcome of that investigation has been sent to the complainant.

At the time of the original investigation there was insufficient evidence to apply to the magistrates for a warrant.

However, information was shared with partner agencies, including South Wales Police and child protection processes followed.