GEOFFREY CHAMBERS AND HIS RECENT OFFENSIVE BEHAVIOR IN NEWPORT AND CWMBRAN
Geoffrey Chambers, a 68-year-old man from Newport, has been incarcerated once more after a recent breach of the court-mandated conditions governing his online activity.This individual, who has a long history of sexual offenses, was previously subjected to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) that was put into effect in February 2021.
The order was issued following a troubling incident in Hereford, where Chambers was seen parading himself and making eye contact with women in a manner deemed inappropriate.
The latest incident occurred last August in Cwmbran town centre.
Prosecutor Tabitha Walker explained that police responded to reports alleging that Chambers was following young women around and filming them.
Although authorities found no direct evidence to substantiate the claim that he was actively recording under these allegations, a search of his person revealed possession of two mobile phones equipped with wiping applications.
These apps were explicitly prohibited under the restrictions of Chambers' existing SHPO, which aims to prevent individuals with a history of sexual offenses from accessing or using certain internet and communication tools.
Chambers, who previously resided in Cwmbran and is now living on Clarence Place in Newport, readily admitted to breaching the terms of his order.
His criminal record demonstrates a persistent pattern of sexual misconduct dating back to the early 1980s, including a total of 33 convictions for sex offences.
Most of these convictions stem from exposures and indecent acts, with a notable incident in 2021 at Barry Island made in front of thousands of beachgoers.
During that offence, Chambers was seen stroking himself near a group of teenage girls, leading to a 22-month prison sentence.
The judge at that time described Chambers as being “addicted” to flashing.
Ruth Smith, the solicitor representing Chambers, highlighted her client’s ongoing struggle with compulsive behaviors.
She stated, “He’s a defendant who has struggled with a compulsion to expose himself in the past.
He’s someone who has indicated a willingness to engage in programmes and is making the most of the use of his time in custody.” During his hearing at Cardiff Crown Court, Judge Paul Hobson condemned Chambers’ persistent behavior and deliberate breach of his restrictions, emphasizing his status as a “committed and persistent sex offender.” The judge noted that the violation of software restrictions was clearly intentional.
As a result, Chambers was sentenced to 12 months in prison, with a stipulation that he would serve half of this period before being eligible for release on licence.
Additionally, he was ordered to pay a victim surcharge following his release, underscoring the judicial system’s response to his repeated misconduct.
