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A man who admitted to attempting to speak to young girls online has been jailed.

Elwyn Jones, 64, of Nant Peris, appeared for sentencing at Caernarfon Crown Court on 4 September.

He previously admitted to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, distribute an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child and three counts of making indecent photographs / pseudo-photographs of a child.

He also admitted to possessing extreme pornography and possessing a prohibited image of a child.

In November 2025, Jones began speaking to who he believed was a 13-year-old girl online.

He encouraged their communication to be sexual and sent indecent images to her.

He did not know that this was a fake profile, and he was arrested by police.

He was jailed for three years, made subject of a 10-year sexual harm prevention order (SHPO) and will be on the sex offender register for life.

Detective Constable Megan Roberts said:

“Jones has proved himself to be a danger to children by attempting sexualised communication with a young girl.

“It is lucky on this occasion that this was a decoy profile and that no child became victim to his predatory behaviour.

“We remain committed to protecting all young people from those who attempt to abuse them.”

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A man, originally from from Nantwich, who used social media to blackmail children into sending him indecent images of themselves has been jailed.

Ethan Mason appeared at Chester Crown Court on Wednesday 9 September, where he was sentenced to four years in prison.

The 22-year-old, now of Hyacinth Court, Newcastle-under-Lyme, was also ordered to sign the sex offenders register indefinitely and handed indefinite restraining orders in relation to the victims.

He had earlier pleaded guilty to two counts of making indecent images of children, three counts of engaging in sexual communications with a child, distribution of indecent images if children, causing a child to engage in sexual activity and sending a photograph of genitals to cause alarm, distress or humiliation.

The investigation began in February 2023 when the mother of a teenage girl in Manchester contacted police reporting that her 12-year-old daughter had been engaging with a man on Snapchat who was using the username ‘CHESHIREPOLICE1’.

During the conversations the user had threatened the victim, stating that if she didn’t send him naked images of herself, then he would come to her house. Fearing for what he may do, the victim sent a number of images and videos of herself to the offender.

Following the reports an investigation was initially launched by Greater Manchester Police, who traced the account and identified Ethan Mason as the offender, who was residing in Cheshire.

The investigation was subsequently passed to Cheshire Police and on Wednesday 14 August 2024, officers conducted a warrant at his former home on Glover Drive, Willaston.

Mason was arrested at the scene and during the search officers located several mobile phones along with a set of police style handcuffs, several pairs of children’s shoes and a knife.

In his interviews Mason answered no comment to all the questions put to him by officers and he was subsequently released on conditional bail while his mobile devices were sent for further analysis.

While on bail he spoke to a neighbour about his arrest, admitting that he had blackmailed a 14-year-old girl using snapchat. He also made further admissions in relation to blackmailing second teenage girl along with possession of indecent images.

His neighbour posted the disclosure on social media, which resulted in Mason being moved to other addresses while the investigation progressed.

During analysis of his mobile phones, officers recovered 11 category B and C images, along with four category B videos.

Officers also identified the second victim as a 14-year-old girl in Lancashire. Within the messages sent to the teenager, Mason stated he was going to post all over social media that the victim had sexually assaulted him if she didn’t send him the images requested.

After speaking to the teenager, officers also identified a third victim, a 14-year-old-girl from Lancashire, who had also been groomed by Mason.

After gathering a full file of evidence, Mason was subsequently charged in relation to the allegations.

Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Corinne Kinvig, of the Online Child Abuse Investigation Team at Cheshire Police said:

“Engaging in communications with young people solely for the purpose of sexual gratification is truly abhorrent, and I welcome the sentence handed Ethan Mason today.

“Mason was fully aware that his victims were children, but he purposefully chose to target them with intimidating and threatening messages, even going as far as using an account called ‘CheshirePolice1’. He believed that hiding behind a screen would allow him to avoid detection, but he was wrong.

“Thanks to courage of the victims who spoke out about what had happened, along with the work of the dedicated team of officers here at the Online Child Abuse Investigation Team, Mason’s identity has now been revealed, and he has now been held accountable for his actions.

Detective Constable Corinne Kinvig, added:

“While Mason is now behind bars, unfortunately we know that there are many other offenders who are using social media to prey on young children.

“That is why we want all parents to speak to their children about what they are doing on their phones, what apps they’ve got installed and who they’re communicating with.

“While we understand that this can be a difficult conversation, it essential that young people understand that it’s not normal to view or share inappropriate images and videos online, not only is it really dangerous and harmful, but also once an image has been sent, they never know where it will end up.”

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A Medway sex offender who repeatedly breached a court order is back behind bars.

In 2018, Ian Collard became subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) after he was convicted of attempting to cause a girl to engage in sexual activity.

This prohibited him from using social media, dating applications or websites, and from accessing the internet without notifying the authorities. It also required him to make any devices available for inspection by officers upon request and to live at approved premises in Beckenham.

Collard repeatedly breached the terms of the order and has previously been returned to prison as a result.

Following his latest release, Kent Police received a report on 20 June 2026 from a woman who had seen previous media coverage relating to Collard's conviction. She told officers he had been communicating with her via social media, engaging in conversations of a sexual nature and claiming to be homeless and wanting to move in with her.

The 36 year old, formerly of Station Road, Gillingham, was arrested on 6 July and later charged with 12 breaches of the SHPO.

He pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing and, at Maidstone Crown Court on 4 September 2026, was jailed for 3 years and 3 months.

Detective Constable James Neville said:

'Collard is a high risk sex offender who continues to show a blatant disregard for the restrictions imposed on him by the courts.

'These measures are in place to protect the public, yet he has repeatedly chosen to ignore them despite previous convictions and prison sentences for similar breaches.

'His persistent offending demonstrates an ongoing risk to others, and we will continue to take action whenever he fails to comply with these conditions. This sentence reflects the seriousness of his behaviour and sends a clear message that anyone who repeatedly breaches orders designed to safeguard the public can expect to be brought back before the courts.'

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A detective has praised a “courageous” rape survivor who fought to secure justice against her attacker.

At York Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday 8 September 2026), Scarborough man Phill Blunt was jailed for eight and a half years for the rape which occurred at an address in the local area more than two years ago.

The 39-year-old (pictured below) was due to stand trial for the offence in July this year, but he changed his plea to guilty at the last moment.

Up until then, the victim was preparing to give evidence at court.

As well as the custodial sentence, Blunt has also been made subject to a restraining order to protect the victim in the future and placed on the Register of Sex Offenders indefinitely.

Detective Constable Jack McCabe, of the Scarborough and Ryedale Safeguarding Investigation Team, said:

“The survivor of this sickening offence has been nothing but courageous during this long-running investigation and court proceedings.

“Her strength and determination have shone throughout, and I truly hope she can now begin to build a happier future now that Blunt is behind bars for a considerable length of time.”

DC McCabe added:

“As for Blunt, at least he finally admitted his guilt and spared the victim the additional trauma of reliving the rape during a trial.

“Thankfully, victims can provide evidence by video link these days, and defendants are often screened from victims’ view if attending court in person.

“Victims of sexual crimes also have their anonymity protected for the rest of their lives by law.

“Ultimately, this case shows that those who commit rape do face the consequences of their despicable actions, and that victims receive professional support and care throughout from the police and our partner agencies.

“If you or someone you know needs our help, please come forward. We are here for you.”

In her victim personal statement, she said:

“Reporting him to the police was one of the hardest things I have ever done, but it was also the best decision I could have made.”

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A high-risk registered sex offender has been sentenced for a second time after admitting sexually assaulting a young girl over a period of years in Wigan.

Peter Hawke (06/12/1955) pleaded guilty to ten counts of sexual assault of a girl under the age of 13 by touching and was sentenced to six years at Liverpool Crown Court on Tuesday 8 September 2026.

In addition to his custodial sentence, Hawke will be subject to a Notification of Requirement to Register with Police indefinitely, a Sexual Harm Prevention Order to restrict Hawke’s future contact with children, and a restraining order to protect the survivor and her immediate family.

The child, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, disclosed the abuse, which took place on multiple occasions between 2021 and 2023, after Hawke had already been imprisoned for separate sexual offences against another girl.

Following the girl’s disclosure, specialist officers from Greater Manchester Police launched an investigation, working closely with partner agencies including the Sexual Offender Management Unit (SOMU), probation services and safeguarding professionals.

Through sensitive victim engagement, a video-recorded interview and extensive enquiries, officers gathered evidence showing that Hawke had repeatedly sexually assaulted the child.

Detectives progressed the investigation while Hawke was serving a five-year custodial sentence for similar offences.

Following extensive planning with partner agencies ahead of his release from HMP Risley, officers arrested Hawke at the prison gates on 25 June 2026. He was subsequently interviewed, charged and remanded back into custody the same day.

The investigation was led by Child Protection Detective Constable Sarah Gleave, working alongside colleagues from the Sexual Offender Management Unit (SOMU), probation services and safeguarding partners. Their coordinated approach secured the evidence required to bring Hawke before the courts while ensuring comprehensive safeguarding measures remained in place at every stage.

Due to his history of sexual offending against children, SOMU assessed Hawke as posing a very high risk of harm. Officers noted significant concerns regarding the ongoing risk he posed within the community, together with his lack of remorse and absence of empathy for those he harmed.

Detective Constable Gleave, of GMP's Safeguarding Unit, said:

"I’d like to thank the young girl at the centre of this, who showed immense courage in speaking about what had happened to her. Thanks to her bravery, the support of her family and the close collaboration between police, probation, SOMU and other safeguarding partners, we were able to build a strong evidential case and bring Hawke before the courts again.

"We carefully planned his arrest so that the moment he was released from prison he was taken straight back into custody to answer for these further offences.

“The evidence gathered during the investigation resulted in Hawke pleading guilty to all ten offences and enabled a swift charge and remand while continuing to safeguard those affected.

"We would ask everyone to be mindful of the real impact that rumours, speculation and social media comments can have. The young girl in this case is entitled to lifelong anonymity, and we urge people not to identify or speculate about any child connected to these offences.

"Victims and their families deserve privacy, dignity and the opportunity to move forward with their lives."

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A man who groomed a child before sexually abusing them has been jailed.

Ayoob Lakhani, 53, of Carlton Grove, Southwark, London, was sentenced to four counts of sexual activity with a child and one count of meeting a child following grooming at Bristol Crown Court on Friday 4 September.

He was sentenced to nine years in prison with an extended three-year licence, has been handed a 15-year restraining order and ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register after he was convicted by a jury following a trial at the same court in June.

The offences are non-recent and involved Lakhani investing “significant time and money” into grooming the victim before the sexual offences were committed against him.

Lakhani met his victim online and claimed he believed them to be over 16, despite being told what school they attended.

He then sent them money for lunch and school books before carrying out the sexual offences.

A victim statement read on behalf of the victim in court said:

“My anxiety is so bad from this whole situation that on days where I feel really anxious, I can’t even leave the house.

“This has impacted me so much financially as I can’t even go to work or do anything. I receive PIP to help me, but I would rather be working. I can’t go to work as I get physically sick from being so anxious.

“Emotionally, I am so drained. I used to get so upset and cry about it but now I can’t even do that.  I can’t cry anymore as I feel numb as I have had this on my mind for so many years, It’s just horrible.”

DC Owen Folland, from our Criminal Investigations Department (CID), said:

“The defendant preyed upon a vulnerable child, investing significant time and money into grooming him before committing sexual offences.

“Even when confronted with overwhelming evidence, he refused to accept responsibility. Instead, he attempted to shift the blame onto a teenage boy, never once acknowledging the harm he caused.

“This conviction sends a clear message that those who groom and sexually exploit children will be identified, investigated and put before the courts. We remain committed to safeguarding young people and ensuring offenders are held accountable for the harm they cause. I would also like to pay tribute to the victim, whose bravery and resilience have been instrumental in securing this outcome.”

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A Merseyside man has been jailed for a series of child sexual offences following an investigation by the North West Regional Organised Crime Unit's Internet Child Abuse Team (ICAT).

Robert Daw, 26, of Redwing Lane, Liverpool, was sentenced to three and a half years' imprisonment at Liverpool Crown Court today (Tuesday 8 September) after admitting multiple offences relating to the sexual exploitation of children online. He also received a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and will remain on the sex offenders register indefinitely. 

The investigation began after Daw used social media and messaging platforms to communicate with someone he believed to be under-16 years of age. During the conversations, he sent sexually explicit messages and attempted to develop a sexual relationship.

Officers arrested Daw in December 2024 and seized a number of electronic devices for forensic examination.

Digital forensic examination of Daw's devices uncovered indecent images of children, prohibited images of children, and evidence that he had been communicating with numerous children online. Investigators recovered almost 1,500 screenshots and screen recordings of online conversations, together with indecent images and videos that had been stored on his devices. Officers were able to identify and safeguard three children aged 12 and 13, with support provided through the relevant police forces and partner agencies.

Detective Constable Naomi Puig from the NWROCU's Internet Child Abuse Team, said:

"Daw used online platforms to target and exploit children for his own gratification.

"Through detailed digital investigations, officers uncovered the extent of his offending and were able to identify and safeguard a number of children.

"This sentence demonstrates our commitment to pursuing offenders who use the internet to target children and bringing them to justice."

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Convicted rapist jailed for posing as lottery winner to breach sexual harm prevention order

Leon Pedley, 34, of Latimer Road, Annan, has been jailed for two years and eight months after posing as a lottery winner and offering a woman £60,000 to spend a weekend with him at a Carlisle hotel.

The deception was a breach of his sexual harm prevention order, imposed after his 2012 conviction for “abduction and rape” in Scotland. The order bans him from any face-to-face contact with a woman unless approved in advance by his offender manager.

Prosecutor Brendan Burke told Carlisle Crown Court that Pedley cynically duped a vulnerable woman. Pedley spent the weekend with her at the hotel. It was accepted he did not have the £60,000 he promised. An earlier hearing was told there appeared to be “deliberate targeting.” Burke described the incident as a “deliberate breach” of the order.

Days before the encounter, Pedley had been released from jail for similar offending. He had served 23 months after posing as a millionaire to gain “sexual favours,” offering a woman £4,000 to meet and another £4,000 if she would have sex with him. She received no money.

Pedley was investigated for an alleged rape during the hotel stay, but prosecutors took no further action.

Judge Michael Fanning imposed the sentence. Pedley remains on the Sex Offender Register.

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Robert Ashcroft, of no fixed address, groomed the child from December 2025.

The 41-year-old targeted and sexually assaulted her on numerous occasions up until February 2026 when she found the courage to disclose what he had done.

After it was reported to police, he was arrested and questioned in custody before being charged with six counts of sexual activity with a child and two counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. He was also charged with a separate attempted burglary offence.

Ashcroft initially denied the offences against him until after the child had given evidence in court. He then changed his plea to guilty.

On Friday 4 September Ashcroft appeared at Teesside Crown Court to be sentenced to 10 years and five months imprisonment. He is also subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) for 15 years and will be on the sex offenders register for life.

During the trial, the court heard how Ashcroft was caught by the occupant who watched him via doorbell footage trying to break in.

He was arrested nearby on the day it occurred on Monday 7 July 2025.

Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Emily Thompson, from Cleveland Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People team, said:

“Ashcroft exploited and abused the young child and refused to accept responsibility for his heinous actions. It was only until a week before the trial after putting the child through unparallelled stress and trauma that he admitted to what he had done.

“I want to commend her for the courage and strength shown throughout the investigation. The resilience she has demonstrated throughout has been remarkable for such a young person and I sincerely hope she is proud of herself for that.

“While no sentence can undo the harm and trauma caused, I believe the length of this sentence reflects the seriousness of the offences. I hope it provides the child and the family a sense of justice and enables her to move forward with her life.

“Finally, I want to remind anyone else who is suffering abuse of any kind that help is available and I urge and encourage you to come forward. We have specially trained officers who will listen to you, who will believe you and who will support you - frequently supplemented by help from our expert local agencies."

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A man who sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl in the City of London was sentenced yesterday (Monday 7 September 2026) at Southwark Crown Court.

Sofiane Belasri, 41, of Dalston Lane, E8, was found guilty following a trial in July 2026.

On 4 July 2024, Belasri approached the victim, who was with her two friends, near Liverpool Street station. The friends went on to sit on some steps outside the station on Bishopsgate.

Belasri sat behind the victim and repeatedly touched her, grabbing her and putting his arms around her neck, while trying to kiss her.

The victim told him that she wasn’t interested and to get off her, but Belasri went on to put his arms over her shoulders and touched her breasts.

Belasri then offered to buy them a vape if they went down an alley with him and performed oral sex on him.

At this point, the victim’s friend ran across the road to Bishopsgate Police Station to report Belsari.

City of London Police officers immediately went to the scene and arrested Belasri for sexual assault.

Yesterday, the court gave Belasri a two-year suspended sentence. He was also placed on the sex offenders register for 10 years

Detective Inspector Matthew Alexander, of the Public Protection Unit at the City of London Police, said:

“I want to praise the victim and her friends for the bravery they have demonstrated in coming forward. Without her assistance we wouldn’t have been able to bring this case to court.

“We recognise that reporting offences of this nature can be difficult, and we would encourage anyone who has been affected, or who has concerns about the safety of another person, to contact police.

“Our specialist officers are trained to handle reports with care, sensitivity and professionalism, while working relentlessly to investigate offences and bring offenders to justice.

“Everyone has the right to feel safe. We will continue working closely with partners and communities to identify offenders, protect vulnerable people and keep the City a safe place for all who live, work and visit here.

“We are reviewing the sentence handed down by the court.”

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A registered sex offender has been convicted of sexually communicating with a child following a complex joint investigation by our Online Child Abuse Investigation Team (OCAIT), Digital Forensic Investigation Unit (DFIU) and Sex Offender Management Unit (SOMU).

James Davidson (17/05/1966) of Stockport was sentenced to two years and seven months at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court today (Tuesday 8 September 2026) after pleading guilty to 25 breaches of his Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and one count of sexual communication with a child yesterday (Monday 7 September).

Davidson will have his SHPO extended alongside his Sex Offender Registration Requirements by another 10 years.

He was previously jailed for two years in 2020 for offences including attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child, attempting to meet a girl under 16 following sexual grooming, and attempting to cause a child under 16 to watch a sexual act. Following his release from prison, Davidson was managed by GMP's Sex Offender Management Unit.

In March 2025, officers from SOMU executed a warrant at Davidson's address after receiving information that he may have breached the conditions of his Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

During a search of the property, officers located several electronic devices which Davidson had failed to declare, placing him in breach of both his SHPO and sex offender registration requirements.

Davidson was charged and remanded in custody for these offences before later being granted bail by the courts pending further proceedings.

The devices seized were submitted to GMP's Digital Forensic Investigation Unit for examination. Investigators faced a significant challenge due to the volume of devices recovered and Davidson's refusal to provide passwords and access credentials, which itself constituted a further breach of his SHPO.

Despite these obstacles, forensic specialists successfully decrypted the devices and conducted a detailed examination, uncovering a substantial amount of digital evidence.

Investigators discovered Davidson had been communicating online with multiple girls while using aliases and falsely presenting himself as a 17-year-old boy.

Further enquiries identified a child victim who had been targeted by Davidson. Messages recovered by investigators showed Davidson discussing his desire to have sex with the child.

After being informed the victim was only aged 14, Davidson stated that he ‘didn't care about the age’ and went on to describe his sexual desires in explicit detail.

The victim was identified and safeguarded with specialist support put in place. The child provided evidence which helped investigators build a strong case against Davidson.

In June 2025, Davidson was arrested on suspicion of sexual communication with a child. A further search of his address uncovered additional undeclared devices, resulting in further breaches of his SHPO.

Davidson was subsequently charged and remanded into custody. He remained in custody throughout these proceedings.

Although Davidson initially denied the offence of sexual communication with a child and elected for a trial, he changed his plea to guilty on the day his trial was due to commence on Monday 7 September.

Detective Constable Katy Shadwell, of our Online Child Abuse Investigation Team, said:

"Davidson is a predatory offender who repeatedly ignored court orders designed to protect children and reduce the risk he posed to the public.

"This investigation demonstrates the determination of our officers and staff to identify and safeguard vulnerable children, regardless of the lengths offenders go to in order to conceal their activity.

"This sentencing is the result of outstanding teamwork in GMP, whose combined efforts uncovered overwhelming evidence of Davidson's offending and ensured he was brought before the courts.

"I would also like to commend the courage of the child victim, whose support and assistance played a vital role in securing this conviction."

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An Oldbury man has been jailed for more than 17 years after coercing young girls into sending indecent images.

Arun Wilding contacted several girls, all under 16 years of age, on social media and blackmailed them into sending indecent images.

His offending started in December 2024 and lasted until December 2025.

The 22-year-old would like and comment on girls’ social media posts before messaging them privately. The conversation would then move to another social media platform where he would ask the girls to send images of themselves.

If they stopped responding to him, he harassed and blackmailed them, threatening to share their images online until further images were provided.

Wilding found out which area or school the girls attended to frighten them into complying with his requests.

Earlier this year, Wilding of Highbury Road, Oldbury was charged with 16 offences including blackmail, engaging in sexual communication with a child, threatening to share a photograph of a person in an intimate state and causing a girl to engage in sexual activity.

He pleaded guilty to all offences at earlier hearing and on 1 September, at Wolverhampton Crown Court, he was sentenced to 17 years and nine months in prison.

He has also been handed a sexual harm prevention order which restricts his behaviour.

DC Elle Willows, from our Public Protection Unit, said:

“Wilding's behaviour was predatory and he exploited young people for his own gratification.

“I hope that this sentence brings some closure for all of those affected by Wilding’s actions, and that they can move forward with their lives.”

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Liam Hobbs, 27, from Ely, Cardiff, has been jailed at Cardiff Crown Court for historical sexual assaults on a child.

His offending came to light when the victim bravely reported what had happened.

Hobbs was arrested and his mobile phone and other devices were seized for examination. Indecent images of children were found and he was further arrested.

Hobbs admitted three counts of possesion of indecent photographs but denied two counts of assault by penetration on a girl under 13.

A jury at Cardiff Crown Court found him guilty on July 1, 2026, following a trial and he was sentenced on September 2, 2026, to 14 months in prison for the indecent images offences.

For the sexual assault, he received a consecutive seven-year extended sentence comprising of 5 years imprisonment with an extended two years on licence.

In an impact statement, the victim said:

"I feel relieved that justice has been done, and I was believed in court. I want to now get on with my life".

Officer in the case, Detective Constable Emma Partridge, from South Wales Police, said:

“The victim was incredibly brave to share what happened to her and support the investigation.

“Her evidence at court was compelling and she should feel proud of herself.

“Hobb’s actions continue to have a huge impact on her life including panic attacks and difficulty sleeping.

“I hope the sentencing brings some comfort and allows her to regain confidence to move forward.”

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A man from Maesteg has been jailed after carrying out sexual offences against his victim.

55-year-old Stephen Jones, from Maesteg, was found guilty of one count of raping a woman over the age of 16 and one count of assaulting a woman 13 and over by penetration after a five-day trial at Cardiff Crown Court in July 2026.

During his sentence hearing on Monday September 7 at Cardiff Crown Court Jones was sentenced to five years and three months in prison. He was also given a 20-year restraining order and a sexual harm prevention order (Shopo). He will also be placed on the sex offenders register.

Detective constable Rebecca Evans said:

“The bravery it takes to come forward and reporting offences like these not to be underestimated.

“We hope that this sentence will go some way in helping the victim rebuild her life and heal from the awful events that took place.”

“We want to encourage victims to come forward no matter the length of time since it happened, we will investigate and we will take it seriously”

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A Houghton Regis man has been jailed for a series of sexual offences involving a child.

Aaron Sarwar, 28, was in contact with the victim, a teenage girl, on Snapchat and he befriended her by falsely telling her he was an 18-year-old gay man who didn't have many friends.

telling her he was an 18-year-old gay man who didn't have many friends.

After grooming her for a number of weeks he met up with the girl and sexually abused her on several occasions.

Today (Friday) at Luton Crown Court, Sarwar, of Harrington Heights, Houghton Regis, was sentenced to a total of nine years after being convicted of a number of child sex offences, including five counts of sexual activity with a child, three counts of penetrative sexual activity with a child, and a number of indecent image offences.

Detective Sergeant Sabrina D’Amelio from Bedfordshire Police, who investigated, said:

“We will always concentrate on protecting the most vulnerable members of our community and the sentence Sarwar received reflects the appalling nature of his crimes. 

“Throughout this investigation we have been focused on ensuring this dangerous man would be prevented from further offending while supporting the wellbeing of the victim and her family.  

“I hope the sentence reassures the community that we will always pursue those who pose a risk to women and girls and ensure they are brought before the courts.

“Child sexual abuse is an appalling crime, and it is never too late to report it. By doing so you could help us put these dangerous perpetrators in prison, while potentially protecting further victims.”