Locations
Lowestoft Drive, Burnham, Slough, Berkshire, SL1
Description
A SLOUGH man has been jailed for three years and two months following child sex offences online.
Ross Thompson-Cooley, 62, of Lowestoft Drive, was sentenced at Reading Crown Court on Monday, December 13.
He pleaded guilty to one count each of, engaging in sexual communication with a child, adult attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, and adult attempting to meet a girl under 16 of age following grooming.
The offences occurred online in August and September this year.
Thompson-Cooley used Rando and Whatsapp to send explicit messages to two girls under 16, calling himself Romeo.
He also attempted to arrange an in-person meet.
Thompson-Cooley was later arrested on September 4.
A section 18 house search was carried out and multiple electronic items were seized.
After further investigation by Thames Valley Police, Thompson-Cooley was charged on September 5.
And later convicted following a hearing at Reading Magistrates Court on September 7.
He pleaded guilty to all three charges.
Thompson-Cooley was also made the subject of a sexual harm prevention order.
Police Staff Investigator Rina Sahota, of CID, said: “Thames Valley Police is committed to investigating and bringing before the courts people like Thompson-Cooley who clearly poses a threat to young girls.
“If you think someone is committing such offences, or you feel you have been a victim of such an offence we would advise you to contact Thames Valley Police on 101 or online or on 999 if is an emergency.
“There is further information on how to keep you and your family safe online on our website.”