Police investigate at least 60 sexual assault allegations against Wellington musicians

Police are investigating after at least 60 people made claims on social media about being sexually assaulted by a group of Wellington musicians.

The claims have been made public on the social media site Instagram, where people have filed complaints of being drugged, raped, harassed and abused by members of the group over the years.

“The police are aware of the allegations and are conducting investigations,” a police spokeswoman said today.

“Anyone with information that can help should contact the police directly through 105.

“The police urge people not to mention names or post personal information on social media, and instead give any relevant details to the police so that we can make the proper inquiries.”

Wellington City Councilwoman Tamatha Paul has been helping whistleblowers meet and seek help.

Yesterday she said on Instagram that the people she was working with would meet with the police sexual assault team and that victim advocate Louise Nicholas was also involved.

More to come.