ADAM CARTWRIGHT FROM BOLTON SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT IN RADCLIFFE

In a case that has shocked the local community, Adam Cartwright, a 29-year-old man from Bolton, has been formally sentenced following his conviction for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl. The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday, February 25, in Radcliffe, a town near Bolton, and has garnered significant attention from law enforcement and residents alike.

Adam Cartwright, who resides on Priory Place in Bolton, pleaded guilty during an earlier court hearing to the charge of sexual assault. His sentencing was carried out at Bolton Crown Court, where he was handed an 18-month prison term. The court's decision underscores the severity of the crime and the impact it has had on the victim and her family.

The events unfolded during the early morning hours when the young girl, who was staying at a house in Radcliffe, went to bed. Around 3:15 am, she was abruptly awakened to find a man lying next to her, engaging in sexual assault. It was later confirmed that this man was Adam Cartwright. According to reports, Cartwright initially believed he was entering the flat of a woman he intended to visit. However, he soon realized that he had mistaken the girl for someone else, and she was not the person he thought she was.

Despite this realization, Cartwright continued his assault on the girl before leaving the room. The victim’s cousin, who was present at the scene and had been expecting Cartwright, confronted him and asked him to leave the premises. The confrontation marked the end of the incident, but the emotional and psychological trauma inflicted on the young girl remains significant.

Detective Constable Mick Yates of Bury CID commented on the case, emphasizing the gravity of Cartwright’s actions. He stated, “The fact that Cartwright continued to abuse the victim even after he had mistaken her for someone else compounds what was already a nasty incident. He took advantage of the situation for his own gratification. I hope today’s sentence provides some comfort to the victim.”

The case highlights the importance of vigilance and swift law enforcement response in cases of sexual assault, especially involving minors. The community in Bolton and Radcliffe will undoubtedly be affected by this incident, and authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward to prevent such tragedies in the future.