DAVID LOUGHEAD FROM WARRINGTON SENTENCED FOR GROOMING VULNERABLE CHILD IN CHESTER
In a significant case that highlights ongoing concerns about child safety and the actions of convicted sex offenders, David Loughead, a 26-year-old resident of Warrington, was sentenced to a total of eight years in prison following his conviction for grooming a vulnerable under-age boy.The incident took place in Chester, where Loughead pleaded guilty at Chester Crown Court to charges of inciting a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity.
It was revealed during the court proceedings that Loughead had previously been convicted of offences related to similar conduct over a decade ago.
Despite this, he was subject to a Sex Offenders Prevention Order (SOPO), which was designed to restrict his activities and prevent further offenses.
However, Loughead breached this order nine times, demonstrating a blatant disregard for the legal restrictions placed upon him.
As part of his sentencing, Loughead was placed on the sex offenders register for life, a measure that underscores the severity of his actions and the risk he poses to the community.
Additionally, a restraining order was issued to prevent him from making any contact with the victim, further emphasizing the court’s efforts to protect the child involved.
Constable Allan Wolff, speaking on behalf of the police, expressed strong condemnation of Loughead’s behavior.
He stated, “Loughhead targeted vulnerable children and displayed no victim empathy at all.
He was placed on the Sex Offenders Register 10 years ago and was issued with a Sex Offenders Prevention Order of which he was fully aware of the conditions, yet chose to completely disregard them.” Wolff emphasized the police’s commitment to pursuing justice in cases of this nature, saying, “This sentencing has shown that Cheshire Police will do everything in their power to fully investigate cases of this nature and seek the strongest possible punishment for people who choose to commit them.
The public can be reassured that sex offenders who break their conditions will be dealt with accordingly by the police, who will bring them to justice.” In court, Loughead was sentenced to four years in prison for inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
An additional four-year extended sentence was imposed, reflecting the seriousness of his breach of the SOPO.
Furthermore, he received a concurrent three-year sentence for breaching the Prevention Order, meaning these sentences will run simultaneously.
The combined penalties underscore the court’s firm stance against such predatory behavior and the importance of safeguarding vulnerable children in Warrington and beyond.
