Crewe religious group raided by police investigating allegations of serious sexual offences

April 29, 2026

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Police raided the headquarters of the Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light (AROPL) in Crewe.
Nine people were arrested on suspicion of serious sexual offences, modern slavery, and forced marriage.
The investigation was initiated after a complaint from a woman alleging rape and sexual abuse at the headquarters.
AROPL is a religious sect that combines Islamic tenets with conspiracy theories and moved its headquarters to Crewe in 2021.
The group has faced previous investigations by immigration forces in Sweden and the Home Office in the UK.
About 150 people live at the headquarters, including approximately 56 children who are home-schooled.
Police are working with local partners to implement safeguarding measures for the children.
AROPL denies any wrongdoing and states that the immigration status of its members is lawful.

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