PETER AND CHRISTINE THORPE FLEE SKERTON AFTER SEX OFFENDER REVELATION

In a startling development, Peter and Christine Thorpe, notorious sex offenders with ties to the Skerton area, have reportedly left the district amid fears for their safety. The news comes after their past criminal activities were brought to light, causing widespread concern among local residents and authorities alike.

Christine Thorpe, who was once infamously dubbed 'Rose West without the bodies,' has been forced to abandon her home in Skerton and has left the area entirely. The reason for her sudden departure stems from the discovery by friends and colleagues that she had previously served time in prison for serious sex offenses. Specifically, it was revealed that she had been jailed for taking photographs while her husband, Peter Thorpe, was raping a 16-year-old girl. This revelation shocked the community, especially given her proximity to local schools and a children's playground, which heightened fears about her presence in such a sensitive area.

According to police reports from Northumbria, both Peter and Christine Thorpe were described as 'extremely dangerous individuals who pose a significant risk to children.' The couple had served time in prison, having been released in July 1996 after completing just under seven years of an 11-year sentence. Their convictions included Peter Thorpe's rape of a 16-year-old girl and multiple indecent assaults on young children. Christine Thorpe was convicted of aiding and abetting her husband's crimes, with a judge condemning her actions as 'an extreme case of debauchery.'

At the time of their release, both were living in Burnley, and Peter Thorpe was working in a role that involved close contact with children. However, his employment was terminated after his employer discovered reports of his criminal past on the internet. Despite the severity of their crimes, Lancashire Police did not publicly disclose Thorpe's presence in the district, citing supervision requirements and the fact that she was not registered on the Sex Offenders' Register.

Recently, Christine Thorpe was seen briefly returning to Skerton to collect her belongings. However, authorities confirmed that she would be moving on again, likely to avoid further confrontation or danger. The police have emphasized that both Thorpes remain a concern due to their criminal histories and the potential threat they pose to the community, especially children. The community continues to grapple with the shock of their past and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to monitor and manage such high-risk offenders.