Locations
Briarwood Road, Ewloe, CH5
Description
A 45-year-old man has been jailed for sexually exploiting a teenage girl.
Trevor Scanlon of Briarwood Road, Ewloe, appeared for sentencing at Mold Crown Court on Thursday, 22 October.
He previously admitted a charge of causing or inciting the sexual exploitation of a child over several months.
Scanlon was jailed for two years and eight months and must register with the police as a sex offender for life.
He was also made the subject of a sexual harm prevention order until further order.
Scanlon was reported to police when the victim’s parents found multiple payments totalling over £400 had been made by him to their daughter through an app.
He had been engaging in sexual conversations with the victim who was 16 at the time, requesting images in exchange for payment and sending disturbing messages of his wishes to sexually abuse her.
Speaking following sentencing, Detective Inspector Daniel George said:
“I commend the victim for her patience and her bravery throughout the investigation. It is hoped that the sentencing allows for some closure and supports her in moving forward with her life.
“Our message to those who target children for sexual exploitation is clear: we will investigate, we will pursue the evidence, and we will hold offenders to account.
"Tackling violence against women and girls remains a foremost priority for North Wales Police and we will continue to work tirelessly to keep our communities safe."