ALEXANDER BARNES FROM HINES JAILED FOR SEXUAL GROOMING OF TEEN GIRLS VIA FACEBOOK AND TEXT MESSAGES
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Hines Child Sexual Abuser
In September 2013, a man named Alexander Barnes, residing in Hines, was sentenced to prison after being found guilty of engaging in sexual activities with underage girls through social media and mobile communication. The case drew significant attention from local authorities and the community, highlighting the dangers posed by online grooming and the importance of safeguarding minors.
Alexander Barnes, aged 23 and originally from Reading, was convicted on multiple counts related to his inappropriate conduct involving two 14-year-old girls. Specifically, he admitted to three counts of sexual activity with a child and one count of sexual grooming, which involved establishing a predatory relationship with the victims through Facebook and text messaging platforms. The court proceedings revealed that Barnes-Hines had used these digital channels to manipulate and lure the young girls into sexual relationships, actions that are both morally reprehensible and criminally punishable.
His sentencing took place at the town's crown court, where he was handed a combined sentence of over three years. The court ordered that he serve concurrent terms of three years and four months for the sexual activity charges, along with an additional 12 months for the grooming offence. The sentences reflect the severity of his actions and the harm caused to the victims.
Thames Valley Police, who led the investigation, publicly commended the bravery of the victims for providing evidence that contributed to Barnes-Hines' conviction. Detective Constable James Kyriacopoulos, from Reading Force CID, emphasized the gravity of the offences, stating, “These were despicable offences involving underage victims who were contacted via social media and by mobile phone.”
In addition to his prison sentence, Barnes-Hines, who resides on Waverley Road, will be subject to a sexual offences prevention order (SOPO). This order will remain in effect until further notice and includes strict restrictions designed to prevent any further harm. Among its provisions, Barnes-Hines is prohibited from having any unsupervised contact with girls under the age of 16. He is also barred from owning or using any device capable of internet access unless it can retain and display a history of his online activity. Furthermore, he is forbidden from engaging in any form of online contact with individuals believed or known to be under 16 years old.
These measures aim to protect vulnerable minors from potential exploitation and ensure that Barnes-Hines remains under supervision to prevent any recurrence of such offences. The case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing risks associated with online interactions and the importance of vigilance in safeguarding children from predators.
Alexander Barnes, aged 23 and originally from Reading, was convicted on multiple counts related to his inappropriate conduct involving two 14-year-old girls. Specifically, he admitted to three counts of sexual activity with a child and one count of sexual grooming, which involved establishing a predatory relationship with the victims through Facebook and text messaging platforms. The court proceedings revealed that Barnes-Hines had used these digital channels to manipulate and lure the young girls into sexual relationships, actions that are both morally reprehensible and criminally punishable.
His sentencing took place at the town's crown court, where he was handed a combined sentence of over three years. The court ordered that he serve concurrent terms of three years and four months for the sexual activity charges, along with an additional 12 months for the grooming offence. The sentences reflect the severity of his actions and the harm caused to the victims.
Thames Valley Police, who led the investigation, publicly commended the bravery of the victims for providing evidence that contributed to Barnes-Hines' conviction. Detective Constable James Kyriacopoulos, from Reading Force CID, emphasized the gravity of the offences, stating, “These were despicable offences involving underage victims who were contacted via social media and by mobile phone.”
In addition to his prison sentence, Barnes-Hines, who resides on Waverley Road, will be subject to a sexual offences prevention order (SOPO). This order will remain in effect until further notice and includes strict restrictions designed to prevent any further harm. Among its provisions, Barnes-Hines is prohibited from having any unsupervised contact with girls under the age of 16. He is also barred from owning or using any device capable of internet access unless it can retain and display a history of his online activity. Furthermore, he is forbidden from engaging in any form of online contact with individuals believed or known to be under 16 years old.
These measures aim to protect vulnerable minors from potential exploitation and ensure that Barnes-Hines remains under supervision to prevent any recurrence of such offences. The case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing risks associated with online interactions and the importance of vigilance in safeguarding children from predators.