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DEAN CAREY FROM HALSTEAD JAILED FOR SEX OFFENCES IN PITSEA AND BEYOND
In a case that has sent shockwaves through the local community, Dean Carey, a 48-year-old resident of Clovers, Halstead, has been sentenced to a significant prison term after being caught attempting to engage in sexual activities with a minor in Pitsea. The sequence of events highlights the dangers posed by online predators and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to protect vulnerable children.Carey’s criminal activities date back to 2017, when he was found to have sent sexually explicit messages to a 13-year-old boy. These messages were part of a disturbing pattern of communication aimed at minors, which eventually led to his arrest. The situation escalated in September of the previous year when Carey attempted to meet what he believed was a 14-year-old boy in Pitsea, Essex, with the apparent intent of engaging in sexual acts. Fortunately, law enforcement agencies intercepted his plans before any contact could be made, leading to his immediate arrest.
The investigation revealed that Carey had been exchanging explicit messages with teenage boys on multiple occasions. His actions prompted a series of charges, including causing a child to engage in sexual activity, engaging in sexual communications with a minor, attempting to communicate for sexual purposes with a child, and facilitating child sex offences. Additionally, Carey was found to have breached a Sexual Harm Prevention Order that had previously been imposed on him, further demonstrating a pattern of concerning behavior.
In addition to these charges, Carey was also found to have made indecent images of children, with three counts recorded against him. These offences paint a troubling picture of a man who repeatedly sought to exploit minors through both online and offline means.
On Thursday, April 16, Carey appeared in court and pleaded guilty to all charges. The court sentenced him to four years in prison, with an additional six years on licence, reflecting the severity of his crimes and the need for ongoing supervision after his release. Furthermore, the court imposed an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order, which will restrict his activities and contact with minors for an indefinite period, aiming to prevent any future harm.
This case underscores the importance of vigilance and the continuous efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat online grooming and child exploitation. The community of Halstead and surrounding areas can find some reassurance in the fact that justice has been served, but the case also serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by individuals like Dean Carey.