ASHBY PAEDOPHILE COREY WORTHINGTON JAILED AFTER ONLINE STING IN LEICESTER
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Ashby Child Sexual Abuser
In a disturbing case that highlights the dangers of online predators, Corey Worthington, a resident of Ashby, was arrested after attempting to engage in sexual activities with what he believed was a 12-year-old girl. The incident unfolded when police officers set up an undercover operation, posing as a young girl named Ellie on the Kik messaging platform. Worthington, who was at his home with his partner and their children at the time, initiated contact with the fake profile and engaged in a series of inappropriate exchanges.
During their conversations, Worthington sent a total of five indecent photographs to the undercover officer, including explicit images of his genitals. He also inquired about meeting up, asking when they could have sex and whether she wanted to have a baby. His intentions were clear, and he expressed a desire to meet the girl in person for sexual activity.
The police acted swiftly once the communications were established. Officers arrived at Worthington’s residence in Herbert Lane, Ashby, and arrested him. The Leicester Magistrates’ Court heard details of the case, with the defendant admitting to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a minor during the proceedings.
At the hearing on a recent Friday, Worthington, aged 26, pleaded guilty to the charge. His solicitor, Louise Stephens, provided context for his actions, explaining that he was experiencing significant personal difficulties at the time of the offending, which occurred in August and early September of the previous year. She detailed that Worthington had lost one job due to the COVID-19 pandemic and was struggling with the challenges posed by cerebral palsy, which affected his ability to work in his new employment.
Stephens further revealed that Worthington was trying to support his young family amid these hardships. His personal struggles were compounded by issues within his family, including his partner’s infidelity with his former best friend, and ongoing problems related to his son’s upcoming surgery. The family’s home was also in need of repairs, adding to the stress. Additionally, the father of a child living with Worthington and his partner was reportedly back in their lives, causing further complications.
It was also disclosed that Worthington relies on disability payments to support himself and his family. After considering the case, the magistrates returned to deliver their verdict. They sentenced Worthington to six months in prison, emphasizing the seriousness of his actions. The chairman of the bench, Mitchell Donnelly, stated, “This is an incredibly serious offence. You have committed this offence believing it to be a 12-year-old child. The harm you intended was very real.”
His arrest and subsequent conviction serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by online predators and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation.
During their conversations, Worthington sent a total of five indecent photographs to the undercover officer, including explicit images of his genitals. He also inquired about meeting up, asking when they could have sex and whether she wanted to have a baby. His intentions were clear, and he expressed a desire to meet the girl in person for sexual activity.
The police acted swiftly once the communications were established. Officers arrived at Worthington’s residence in Herbert Lane, Ashby, and arrested him. The Leicester Magistrates’ Court heard details of the case, with the defendant admitting to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a minor during the proceedings.
At the hearing on a recent Friday, Worthington, aged 26, pleaded guilty to the charge. His solicitor, Louise Stephens, provided context for his actions, explaining that he was experiencing significant personal difficulties at the time of the offending, which occurred in August and early September of the previous year. She detailed that Worthington had lost one job due to the COVID-19 pandemic and was struggling with the challenges posed by cerebral palsy, which affected his ability to work in his new employment.
Stephens further revealed that Worthington was trying to support his young family amid these hardships. His personal struggles were compounded by issues within his family, including his partner’s infidelity with his former best friend, and ongoing problems related to his son’s upcoming surgery. The family’s home was also in need of repairs, adding to the stress. Additionally, the father of a child living with Worthington and his partner was reportedly back in their lives, causing further complications.
It was also disclosed that Worthington relies on disability payments to support himself and his family. After considering the case, the magistrates returned to deliver their verdict. They sentenced Worthington to six months in prison, emphasizing the seriousness of his actions. The chairman of the bench, Mitchell Donnelly, stated, “This is an incredibly serious offence. You have committed this offence believing it to be a 12-year-old child. The harm you intended was very real.”
His arrest and subsequent conviction serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by online predators and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation.