Councillors and police 'had sex' with Rotherham abuse victims

Sordid allegations emerge as council is branded 'not fit for purpose' by inspectors

Rotherham, South Yorkshire
(Image credit: Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Two local councillors, one of whom is still serving, and a police officer have been accused of having sex with victims involved in the Rotherham child abuse scandal.

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