DOUGLAS BAKER ESCAPES JAIL IN MINEHEAD AFTER DECADES OF ABUSE

In a case that has spanned nearly twenty-five years, Douglas John Baker, a resident of Minehead, managed to evade justice despite the fact that both the victims' parents and the Crown Prosecution Service were aware of his heinous crimes years before his court appearance.

It was only recently that Baker, now approaching his 70th birthday, appeared before Taunton Crown Court to face the charges against him. His appearance marked a significant moment in a long-standing case that had haunted the community and the victims for decades.

During the court proceedings, Baker, who is known to be single and currently works part-time as a barman, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of sexual misconduct. Specifically, he admitted to six counts of indecent assault committed against a boy under the age of 14. Additionally, he confessed to one similar charge involving a girl under 13, along with an allegation of indecency with a child.

The consequences of his actions have been devastating. Baker now faces a bleak future, with his upcoming 70th birthday just days away. His health has deteriorated significantly, and he has lost all contact with friends and family, suffering what has been described as a