DAVID DUNN AND SHOCKING SEXUAL OFFENCES IN WAKEFIELD
David Dunn, aged 39 and originally from Pontefract, has been sentenced to prison at Leeds Crown Court for a series of serious non-recent sexual offences committed in the Wakefield District.The court heard that Dunn was found guilty of multiple charges, including the rape of a young male victim and causing a child to engage in sexual activity.
Additionally, he was convicted of attempting to rape another young male and engaging in indecency with a child.
The crimes in question took place over a span of several years, specifically between 2002 and 2009, within the Wakefield area.
These offences remained undisclosed for many years until both victims independently came forward in 2019 to report what had happened to them.
Their bravery in speaking out prompted a thorough investigation by specialist child protection officers based in Wakefield.
Detective Constable Sophie Green, who led the investigation, expressed her relief and support for the victims.
She stated, “We are pleased to see Dunn sentenced today for what were some awful sexual offences committed against two young and vulnerable children.” She emphasized the importance of victims coming forward, saying, “Their courage in reporting these dreadful offences and in supporting the prosecution against Dunn has meant that a dangerous sexual offender had been forced to answer for his crimes and been punished for them.” Detective Green also took the opportunity to reassure other victims that it is never too late to seek help.
“This case is another reminder to victims that it is never too late to tell us if you have been the victim of offending such as this,” she explained.
“We really do not underestimate how hard it is to come forward, but I want to make clear that we will do all we can to help you very rightly seek justice and access any support you may need.”
