IWAN DAVIES FROM HENLLAN SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT ON YOUNG GIRL NEAR DENBIGH

In April 2017, a disturbing case emerged involving Iwan Davies, a farmer from Henllan near Denbigh, who was convicted of sexually assaulting a young girl. The incident drew significant attention due to the nature of the allegations and the defendant's attempt to shift blame onto his victim.

According to court proceedings, Davies, aged 39 at the time, engaged in grooming behavior with the young girl, sending her highly sexualized messages that were inappropriate for her age. The court heard that his actions were motivated, in part, by personal issues within his marriage, which appeared to have contributed to his emotional state and subsequent misconduct.

Judge Niclas Parry described Davies as a man who was “isolated and sexually frustrated,” highlighting that his emotional and social circumstances may have played a role in his actions. The judge detailed how Davies initially tried to kiss the girl, but she managed to push him away. However, on a subsequent occasion when he managed to isolate her, he forcibly kissed her, then went further by tearing at her clothes and penetrating her with his fingers, despite her clear distress and discomfort.

The court was told that Davies continued to discuss rough sex with the girl, even after she was visibly hurt, demonstrating a troubling pattern of predatory behavior. During the trial, Davies attempted to defend himself by claiming that the girl was the one who had corrupted him, accusing her of being the instigator and blaming her for trying to break up his marriage. This defense was described as “disgraceful” by Judge Parry, who condemned the attempt to shift responsibility onto the victim.

Further aggravating the case, it was revealed that Davies had tried to warn the girl against reporting him, which added to the court’s view of his guilt. Despite these serious allegations, Davies was described by his defense as a hard-working individual with no prior convictions and a reputation for good character.

Judge Parry acknowledged that Davies led a lonely life, often isolated for long periods, which may have contributed to his frustrations and the temptation to commit such acts. Nevertheless, the judge emphasized the importance of holding him accountable, noting the impact of a custodial sentence on his family, who are highly regarded in their community. Ultimately, Davies was sentenced to prison, marking a significant moment in the pursuit of justice for the young girl involved in this distressing case.