CALLUM COX FROM LANCASHIRE SENTENCED FOR SEX OFFENSES INVOLVING 17-YEAR-OLD GIRL IN BURY
A man identified as Callum Cox, aged 23 and residing in The Grove, Oswaldwistle, has been found to pose a significant threat to women, according to authorities.The case came to light after Cox was discovered engaging in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl in Bury, despite being under strict legal restrictions.
Initially, Cox was subject to a sexual harm prevention order (SHPO), which included numerous conditions and prohibitions aimed at restricting his interactions and movements.
During a routine home compliance visit conducted by police, Cox claimed that he did not possess a mobile phone, nor did he have access to the internet or social media platforms.
This assertion was part of his effort to comply with the restrictions imposed on him.
However, just ten days after this visit, Lancashire Police, in collaboration with Greater Manchester Police, uncovered evidence that contradicted Cox’s statements.
Authorities discovered that Cox had been traveling to Bury, actively engaging in a sexual relationship with the underage girl.
This revelation indicated a clear breach of his legal obligations and raised serious concerns about his intentions and behavior.
Following the discovery, Cox was promptly arrested.
During the subsequent investigation, law enforcement officials seized his mobile phone.
Forensic analysis of the device revealed that Cox had deliberately misled the police, attempting to conceal his online activities.
The investigation uncovered that Cox had been pursuing multiple romantic relationships with women through online platforms, including the 17-year-old girl in Bury.
Further inquiries showed that Cox had traveled outside of Lancashire in an apparent effort to evade detection and avoid the restrictions placed upon him.
His actions demonstrated a blatant disregard for the conditions of his SHPO and his responsibilities as a registered sex offender.
As a result of these findings, Cox faced multiple charges, including seven breaches of his SHPO and sex offender notification requirements.
He ultimately pleaded guilty to four of these charges.
The case was brought before Burnley Crown Court, where on Monday, March 18, Cox was sentenced to two years and seven months in prison for violating his SHPO.
In addition to his imprisonment, there is an ongoing legal process to amend Cox’s existing SHPO.
An application to modify the restrictions will be heard at Blackburn Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, April 10, to ensure that measures are in place to prevent further breaches and protect the community from potential harm.
