ALAN EILBECK FROM SHERBURN HILL SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE IN TEESSIDE
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Sherburn Hill Sexual Abuser
In a case that has shocked the local community of Sherburn Hill, Alan Eilbeck, a man once regarded as a respected member of the neighborhood, was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for the sexual abuse of a young girl. The incident, which took place over a period spanning from June 2003 to February 2004, involved Eilbeck grooming and indecently assaulting a ten-year-old girl on four separate occasions.
During the proceedings at Teesside Crown Court, it was revealed that Eilbeck, aged 62 and a former miner, engaged in inappropriate physical contact with his young victim. The court heard that he touched her private parts and performed a sex act on her. On one particularly disturbing occasion, he sat the girl on his knee inside a garden shed before subjecting her to indecent assault.
Despite denying the charges of indecent assault on four counts, Eilbeck was found guilty last month by a jury. The court was informed that he resided on Local Avenue in Sherburn Hill, a village near Durham City. The conviction has brought to light the dark contrast between his previous reputation and his recent criminal actions.
Judge Tim Hewitt, presiding over the case, sentenced Eilbeck to two and a half years in prison. In his remarks, the judge emphasized the breach of trust involved, stating, “You abused a position of trust with this girl who was entitled not to be treated in this way by you.” The judge also ordered that Eilbeck serve an additional two years on license following his release, during which he will be required to undergo treatment through a sex offenders’ program.
Furthermore, Eilbeck was mandated to register as a sex offender indefinitely and was prohibited from having any unsupervised contact with children under the age of 16 for an indefinite period. The court’s decision reflects the seriousness of his offenses and the need to protect vulnerable minors from potential harm.
It was noted that Eilbeck’s health was in poor condition at the time of sentencing. Despite this, character references from members of his community portrayed him as a well-regarded individual and a good citizen. His barrister, Adrian Dent, defended his client by stating, “He is well thought of by others and in all respects has been a good citizen,” and expressed remorse, saying, “There is absolutely no excuse for what happened and he is genuinely sorry.”
The case has left a lasting impact on the community of Sherburn Hill, raising questions about trust and safety, and highlighting the importance of vigilance in protecting children from exploitation and abuse.
During the proceedings at Teesside Crown Court, it was revealed that Eilbeck, aged 62 and a former miner, engaged in inappropriate physical contact with his young victim. The court heard that he touched her private parts and performed a sex act on her. On one particularly disturbing occasion, he sat the girl on his knee inside a garden shed before subjecting her to indecent assault.
Despite denying the charges of indecent assault on four counts, Eilbeck was found guilty last month by a jury. The court was informed that he resided on Local Avenue in Sherburn Hill, a village near Durham City. The conviction has brought to light the dark contrast between his previous reputation and his recent criminal actions.
Judge Tim Hewitt, presiding over the case, sentenced Eilbeck to two and a half years in prison. In his remarks, the judge emphasized the breach of trust involved, stating, “You abused a position of trust with this girl who was entitled not to be treated in this way by you.” The judge also ordered that Eilbeck serve an additional two years on license following his release, during which he will be required to undergo treatment through a sex offenders’ program.
Furthermore, Eilbeck was mandated to register as a sex offender indefinitely and was prohibited from having any unsupervised contact with children under the age of 16 for an indefinite period. The court’s decision reflects the seriousness of his offenses and the need to protect vulnerable minors from potential harm.
It was noted that Eilbeck’s health was in poor condition at the time of sentencing. Despite this, character references from members of his community portrayed him as a well-regarded individual and a good citizen. His barrister, Adrian Dent, defended his client by stating, “He is well thought of by others and in all respects has been a good citizen,” and expressed remorse, saying, “There is absolutely no excuse for what happened and he is genuinely sorry.”
The case has left a lasting impact on the community of Sherburn Hill, raising questions about trust and safety, and highlighting the importance of vigilance in protecting children from exploitation and abuse.