BILLY BLOWER OF MAESTEG SENTENCED TO 13.5 YEARS FOR DECADES OF CHILD ABUSE

Billy Blower, a man from Maesteg, has been sentenced to thirteen and a half years in prison after a lengthy investigation uncovered his disturbing pattern of grooming and abusing young girls within his local community over several decades.

Blower, aged 66, earned the nickname 'pied piper' due to his manipulative tactics that involved luring children into his home under the guise of play and friendship. Once inside, he subjected his young victims to sexual assault, causing lasting trauma that has left deep scars on their lives.

The court heard how Blower exploited the trust placed in him by community members, using his position and familiarity to gain access to vulnerable children. His actions were described as calculated and predatory, with the judge emphasizing that his sexual attraction to children was deeply ingrained and that he had a prior history of sexual offences, having served time previously.

Victims of Blower’s abuse provided emotional testimonies, revealing the profound psychological damage inflicted by his actions. Many described enduring effects that persisted long after the abuse, including feelings of betrayal, fear, and ongoing mental health struggles.

The judge condemned Blower’s exploitation of community trust and highlighted the long-lasting harm caused by his predatory behavior. The sentencing reflects the severity of his crimes and the impact on the victims, as well as the broader community in Maesteg, which was betrayed by someone they once trusted.