Psychiatrist, 47, is accused of preying on kids as he faces multiple abuse charges 

Psychiatrist, 47, is accused of preying on kids as he faces multiple abuse charges

  • A Perth, 47, man who practiced as a psychiatrist facing nine child abuse charges
  • Police  re investigating his practice activities between 2012 and 2016
  • The investigation has found nine victims and conducted several property raids 


A Perth man who practised as a psychiatrist is facing nine child abuse charges.

WA Police say their investigation into the 47-year-old began after they received information relating to his activities while he was practising as a psychiatrist, between 2012 and 2016.

The probe found another nine victims, the police say.

A Perth man who practised as a psychiatrist is facing nine child abuse charges following an investigation into his activities while he was practising between 2012 and 2016 (stock image)

Police raided addresses associated with the man and seized various items.

The man was then charged with seven counts of indecent dealings with a child under 13 and two charges of indecent dealings with a child under 16.

The man, from Success, will face Perth Magistrates Court on Saturday.

Police are calling for anyone with relevant information to come forward.