SIX people have been arrested following a police investigation into reports of child sexual exploitation.

Earlier this year a specialist unit was tasked with investigating allegations regarding abuse and neglect of Roma children in Govanhill.

It is believed the arrests are connected to the work of the unit, which is currently ongoing and is looking at issues in the area more broadly.

It is not suggested that the victims or the perpetrators are from the Roma community. 

Five men and one woman have been arrested and charged in connection with offences relating to child sexual abuse and neglect.

Three of the men and the woman have appeared in court.

The others have been the subject of reports to prosecutors.

The three men are aged 16, 19 and 24 while the woman is aged 42.

Police Scotland urged anyone with concerns about child abuse to come forward.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “Our investigation into reports of child sexual exploitation in the Govanhill area continues.  

"However, we can confirm that six individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with offences relating to child sexual abuse and neglect.

"Of those, two males have appeared in court, the others have been charged and reports submitted to Crown.

“We continue to work closely with a range of partners to ensure that support is in place and that children who may be at risk are protected.

"If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected please contact Police Scotland on 101, or 999, in an emergency.”