It is reported that a teenage boy was physically and sexually assaulted by male staff members.

Police have appealed for information following non-recent sex offences at former children’s home in Alvechurch.

The offences took place between 1970 and 1985 at Forhill House on Lea End Lane.

It is reported that a teenage boy was physically and sexually assaulted by male staff members.

The suspects are likely to now be in their 50s or 60s.

Detective Constable Caitlin Allen said: “We commend the victim in coming forward, and we will carry out a full and thorough investigation to establish what happened.

“We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the abuse or have information to assist with our enquiries to please get in touch. We are keen to hear from anyone who resided at or was involved with the children’s home in the 1970s or early 1980s.

If anyone has information DC Caitlin Allen can be contacted via email: [email protected].