A 66-year-old headmaster has appeared in court accused of child sex abuse.
Neil Frederick Foden, of Gwynant, Old Colwyn appeared before Llandudno Magistrates Court on Friday, 8 September. He was remanded in custody and will appear at Caernarfon Crown Court at a later date.
North Wales Police have asked anyone with further information that could assist their investigation, to contact the force via 101, or the live webchat quoting ref A143631.
A statement on North Wales Police’ social media says: “A 66-year-old man from the Old Colwyn area has been charged with sexual offences including the adult abuse of a position of trust; sexual activity with a child, sexual assault on a child and engaging in sexual communications with a child.
“Neil Frederick Foden has appeared before Llandudno Magistrates Court today (Friday, September 8) and has been remanded to appear at a later date.
“Anyone with any further information that can assist our investigation is asked to contact us via 101 or our live webchat quoting ref A143631.”
The statement goes on: “Due to this incident now being an active investigation and the sensitive nature of the offences, we are disabling the comments to protect those involved. Anyone with information is asked to contact us directly via our website or by calling 101.”
A Gwynedd Council spokesperson said: “We have been notified that a member of staff of a Gwynedd school has been arrested and charged by North Wales Police and has since appeared before the court.
“In accordance with the school’s employment procedures, the individual has been suspended from his post until all the investigations have been completed.
"We can confirm that all relevant child protection procedures are being followed.
“The council will not be making any further comment while these processes are ongoing.”