Police swooped on The Kingsdown Inn in Swindon after a tip-off from paedophile hunters. The...
Published: 6:03 am February 13, 2026
Updated: 2:51 am February 23, 2026

Police swooped on The Kingsdown Inn in Swindon after a tip-off from paedophile hunters. The incident unfolded around 8pm on Thursday, February 12.

Hunters Confront Suspect

A group of vigilantes, known for exposing child groomers, confronted a man allegedly chatting with children online inside the Stratton pub.

18-Year-Old Arrested

Officers quickly arrived and arrested the 18-year-old suspect. He’s now in custody, being questioned on suspicion of sexual communications with a child.

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