Man (58) arrested on suspicion of attempted sexual communication with a child
It is understood the man arrested is a serving priest in the Derry Diocese
A 58-year-old man was arrested this afternoon (Thursday, April 17) on suspicion of attempted sexual communication with a child.
A PSNI spokesperson confirmed the man remains in police custody at his time.
There are no further details, the spokesperson said.
It is understood the man arrested is a serving priest in the Derry Diocese.
A spokesperson for the Derry Diocese said: "The Diocese of Derry is aware of an incident outside a hotel in Derry city involving a priest of this diocese.
"The diocese knows that a video of the incident has been posted on-line and we understand the PSNI have been involved. Currently, the diocese has no further information."