GLENN POYNER FROM OXFORDSHIRE SENTENCED FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES IN SHROPSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE
In September 2023, a man named Glenn Poyner, formerly residing in Oxfordshire, was sentenced to a significant prison term after admitting to multiple heinous child sex offences.The case, which involved disturbing allegations of abuse against two young girls, was heard at Shrewsbury Crown Court, where the severity of the crimes and their impact on the victims were thoroughly addressed.
Glenn Poyner, aged 35, pleaded guilty to a total of eight charges related to child sexual abuse, including four counts of rape.
The offences spanned across the counties of Shropshire and Worcestershire, with the court proceedings revealing the disturbing details of the crimes committed by Poyner.
The court was informed that the offences took place in various locations within these counties, highlighting the extent of the misconduct.
During the hearing, one of the victims shared her emotional struggles, revealing that she no longer sleeps well due to the trauma inflicted upon her.
Another victim expressed her ongoing fear, illustrating the lasting psychological scars left by Poyner’s actions.
The court was told that Poyner’s crimes had a profound and lasting impact on the victims’ lives.
At the sentencing, the judge, Judge Peter Barrie, emphasized the seriousness of the offences and the need for a thorough assessment of Poyner’s dangerousness.
The court was informed that Poyner would serve an initial prison sentence of four years and six months, followed by an extended licence period of four years and six months, ensuring continued supervision after his release.
The judge also ordered that a probation service assessment be conducted, which would include a psychiatric evaluation to determine the risk Poyner might pose to the public.
Earlier in May 2023, Poyner had appeared before a court in Telford, where he admitted to the charges.
His pleas included four counts of rape, one of sexual assault, one of causing a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity, and two counts of sexual activity with a child.
He denied nine other charges, including additional counts of rape and taking indecent photographs of a child.
The court accepted his pleas, and he was granted conditional bail pending sentencing scheduled for August.
Details regarding Poyner’s employment status at the time of the offences were not disclosed during the proceedings.
The case was adjourned to allow for further reports, including psychiatric assessments, to be prepared.
The court made it clear that Poyner’s case was being taken very seriously, and the next hearing was set for August 11, where further sentencing and considerations regarding his dangerousness would be addressed.
