ANTHONY GOAD'S SHOCKING CRIMES IN BLACKPOOL AND KENDAL: VIGILANTE POSTER CAMPAIGN AND BREACHES OF COURT ORDERS
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Blackpool Kendal Child Sexual Abuser
In September 2016, a notorious high-risk child sex offender, Anthony Goad, was once again thrust into the spotlight following his recent incarceration, which was primarily motivated by concerns for his safety amid threats from vigilantes. Goad, aged 50, was remanded by magistrates after admitting to the offence of failing to reside at an approved address, a condition of his previous court orders.
Authorities revealed that police and probation officers faced significant challenges in monitoring Goad due to his disturbing habit of making sickening boasts about his past sex crimes. His current residence was a flat overlooking Blackpool’s famous Golden Mile, an area bustling with tourists and residents alike. Alarmingly, six young children also lived in the same building, raising serious concerns about the potential risks posed by Goad’s presence.
Goad approached police expressing disturbing intentions, stating he was contemplating targeting a young girl. This revelation prompted immediate action, leading to his removal from the flat. Police subsequently found him a room in a bed and breakfast, but he disappeared during the night, prompting authorities to issue a warrant for his arrest. On the following day, magistrates sentenced him to 14 days in custody.
Probation officer Peter Moran emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “This is for the safety of this man and the safety of others. He is a high risk offender and the probation service has been through a number of crises with him because he discusses his offending.”
Goad’s criminal history is extensive and marked by violent and predatory behaviour. Previously, he was driven out of Morecambe by vigilant residents who launched a poster campaign bearing his picture after he committed sex offences against young girls. His past convictions led to him being placed under a lifetime Sexual Offenders’ Prevention Order (SOPO). Despite this, he moved to Blackpool, where he breached the order, resulting in a 10-month prison sentence.
In October 2015, Goad was jailed for 10 months for breaching his SOPO. His earlier crimes date back to 2001 when he was convicted for sickening sex attacks on girls in Morecambe. The community’s outrage was compounded by the fact that residents had launched a poster campaign, which included a photograph of Goad and his full address, to warn others about his presence.
Goad, also known as Dowker, was re-housed in Blackpool after the posters circulated widely, including anonymously sent leaflets to newspapers. These leaflets detailed his crimes and included his full address, causing him to fear for his safety. He contacted police, concerned about the threats he faced, and was subsequently moved to Blackpool for his protection.
Further investigations revealed that Goad had breached his SOPO on two occasions, notably in 2011, when he was again re-housed for safety reasons following the distribution of posters in Morecambe. These posters, which included his photograph and personal details, were sent to homes, schools, and businesses, and even appeared in newspapers. Goad expressed concern over his safety after receiving one such leaflet, prompting police to intervene.
His criminal record includes a 1992 indecent assault on a young girl, and in 2001, he was convicted of sexually assaulting two girls in Kendal, Cumbria, leading to a seven-year prison sentence with a three-year extension. After his release in 2004, Goad changed his surname and continued to breach the terms of his release, which resulted in his recall to prison. Despite these setbacks, he remained under strict supervision, including a SOPO and lifetime registration as a sex offender.
In 2011, Goad was again re-housed in Blackpool after a series of posters and leaflets circulated in Morecambe, warning the community of his presence and crimes. Police confirmed that he had breached the SOPO in February of that year by engaging in verbal communication with a 13-year-old girl. He was arrested and given a community penalty, with police noting that he had not committed further offences while tagged.
Authorities continue to monitor Goad’s movements and activities, with social services involved in his ongoing management. The police have assured the public that, so far, no incidents have been reported as a result of the posters or leaflets, and Goad has now been relocated to an undisclosed area where he is under strict supervision. The investigation into the distribution of the posters remains ongoing, highlighting the community’s ongoing concern over his presence and the potential threat he poses to vulnerable individuals.
Authorities revealed that police and probation officers faced significant challenges in monitoring Goad due to his disturbing habit of making sickening boasts about his past sex crimes. His current residence was a flat overlooking Blackpool’s famous Golden Mile, an area bustling with tourists and residents alike. Alarmingly, six young children also lived in the same building, raising serious concerns about the potential risks posed by Goad’s presence.
Goad approached police expressing disturbing intentions, stating he was contemplating targeting a young girl. This revelation prompted immediate action, leading to his removal from the flat. Police subsequently found him a room in a bed and breakfast, but he disappeared during the night, prompting authorities to issue a warrant for his arrest. On the following day, magistrates sentenced him to 14 days in custody.
Probation officer Peter Moran emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “This is for the safety of this man and the safety of others. He is a high risk offender and the probation service has been through a number of crises with him because he discusses his offending.”
Goad’s criminal history is extensive and marked by violent and predatory behaviour. Previously, he was driven out of Morecambe by vigilant residents who launched a poster campaign bearing his picture after he committed sex offences against young girls. His past convictions led to him being placed under a lifetime Sexual Offenders’ Prevention Order (SOPO). Despite this, he moved to Blackpool, where he breached the order, resulting in a 10-month prison sentence.
In October 2015, Goad was jailed for 10 months for breaching his SOPO. His earlier crimes date back to 2001 when he was convicted for sickening sex attacks on girls in Morecambe. The community’s outrage was compounded by the fact that residents had launched a poster campaign, which included a photograph of Goad and his full address, to warn others about his presence.
Goad, also known as Dowker, was re-housed in Blackpool after the posters circulated widely, including anonymously sent leaflets to newspapers. These leaflets detailed his crimes and included his full address, causing him to fear for his safety. He contacted police, concerned about the threats he faced, and was subsequently moved to Blackpool for his protection.
Further investigations revealed that Goad had breached his SOPO on two occasions, notably in 2011, when he was again re-housed for safety reasons following the distribution of posters in Morecambe. These posters, which included his photograph and personal details, were sent to homes, schools, and businesses, and even appeared in newspapers. Goad expressed concern over his safety after receiving one such leaflet, prompting police to intervene.
His criminal record includes a 1992 indecent assault on a young girl, and in 2001, he was convicted of sexually assaulting two girls in Kendal, Cumbria, leading to a seven-year prison sentence with a three-year extension. After his release in 2004, Goad changed his surname and continued to breach the terms of his release, which resulted in his recall to prison. Despite these setbacks, he remained under strict supervision, including a SOPO and lifetime registration as a sex offender.
In 2011, Goad was again re-housed in Blackpool after a series of posters and leaflets circulated in Morecambe, warning the community of his presence and crimes. Police confirmed that he had breached the SOPO in February of that year by engaging in verbal communication with a 13-year-old girl. He was arrested and given a community penalty, with police noting that he had not committed further offences while tagged.
Authorities continue to monitor Goad’s movements and activities, with social services involved in his ongoing management. The police have assured the public that, so far, no incidents have been reported as a result of the posters or leaflets, and Goad has now been relocated to an undisclosed area where he is under strict supervision. The investigation into the distribution of the posters remains ongoing, highlighting the community’s ongoing concern over his presence and the potential threat he poses to vulnerable individuals.