ADRIAN MANNION FROM MOTHERWELL BANNED IN SCOTLAND FOR INDECENT COMMENTS TO YOUNG GIRLS

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Motherwell Sexual Abuser
In a recent case that has shocked the community, Adrian Mannion, a Royal Mail worker based in Wishaw, has been subjected to severe restrictions following his inappropriate conduct involving two young girls. Mannion, aged 27, was found guilty of making lewd and inappropriate remarks in front of two girls aged 10 and 11, an incident that took place in a public setting within Scotland.

These comments, described as highly inappropriate and offensive, prompted immediate legal action. Sheriff David Bicket, presiding over the case at Hamilton Sheriff Court, emphasized the seriousness of the matter by imposing a series of stringent restrictions on Mannion. Among these measures, Mannion is now prohibited from entering any parks or schools across Scotland, locations where children are commonly present and where his presence could pose a risk.

Furthermore, Mannion has been ordered to stay off the internet entirely, a move aimed at preventing any potential online contact with minors. He is also barred from having any form of communication with individuals under the age of 18, reflecting concerns about his potential to reoffend. The court's decision was influenced by the high risk of future offending, as highlighted during the proceedings.

Mannion, who has been employed at the Wishaw sorting office for Royal Mail, has been on sick leave since June. His personal circumstances have also been affected recently, as he was compelled to move out of his flat in Motherwell after confrontations with angry neighbors, adding to the community's concern.

The charity organization Children 1st expressed strong support for the court's decision, stating, "A man who is known to have made indecent comments to young girls is clearly someone who should not be coming into contact with them — either in the real or the virtual world." Their statement underscores the importance of safeguarding children from individuals with a history of inappropriate behavior.

In addition to the restrictions, Mannion has been placed on the sex offenders register for a period of three years. He was also sentenced to three years of probation, a measure intended to monitor his activities and ensure public safety. The legal representative for Mannion, lawyer Mark Lunny, commented on the case, saying, "He has been assessed fully and has been honest about his behaviour. Probation will allow monitoring of him and provide protection for the public."

This case highlights ongoing concerns about safeguarding children and the importance of strict legal measures to prevent potential harm from individuals with a history of inappropriate conduct.
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