BARRY AMER FROM WITNEY SENTENCED TO 12 YEARS FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES

In a significant case that has shocked the community of Witney, a 65-year-old man named Barry Amer has been convicted and sentenced for a series of heinous sexual offences committed against young children. The crimes, which spanned nearly a decade, involved multiple victims and have prompted widespread concern about child safety in the area.

Barry Amer, residing at Burwell Meadow in Witney, was brought before Oxford Crown Court in September 2018, where he faced serious charges related to his conduct towards minors. The case against him was initiated in June 2017, when he was formally charged with 17 counts of sexual offences involving children under the age of 13.

Following a detailed trial, the jury reached a majority verdict, finding Amer guilty of nine counts of sexual assault on children under 13 and three counts of assault by penetration on children under 13. The offences were committed against four different victims, with the incidents occurring over an extended period from 2008 to 2016. The court heard evidence that painted a disturbing picture of the abuse, which took place in various locations within and around Witney.

Judge handed down a sentence of 12 years in prison, reflecting the severity of the crimes and the impact on the victims. The sentencing underscores the judicial system’s stance on protecting children and punishing those who exploit their innocence. The community of Witney, which has been deeply affected by these revelations, now faces the difficult task of healing and ensuring such crimes are prevented in the future.