JAKE WARTERS FROM NORTHALLERTON CAUGHT GROOMING 15-YEAR-OLD GIRL ONLINE AGAIN
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Northallerton Child Sexual Abuser
In a disturbing case that highlights ongoing concerns about online grooming and the safety of minors, Jake Warters, a resident of Northallerton, has once again found himself at the center of a criminal investigation involving the exploitation of a teenage girl through social media.
Back in March 2018, Warters was already under scrutiny for engaging in explicit conversations with two 15-year-old girls on Facebook. His actions at that time resulted in a three-year community order, which included unpaid work, as a consequence of his inappropriate online behavior. Despite this previous conviction, Warters continued to engage in similar conduct, raising serious questions about his compliance with legal restrictions and his understanding of the severity of his actions.
Early last year, while still serving his community order and registered as a sex offender, Warters initiated contact with another girl of the same age. The court heard that the young girl was initially flattered by the attention she received from him. However, the situation quickly escalated as Warters began to ask for explicit photographs, professed his love for her, and sent a chilling message stating, “Get in my bed.”
The incident came to light when the girl’s mother discovered the communications and promptly contacted the police. Warters was subsequently arrested following this discovery. It was revealed that prior to his arrest, Warters had engaged in online video chats with the girl via Skype, using a school computer, which added to the seriousness of the case.
In a statement, the young girl expressed her feelings about the ordeal, saying, “I made myself out to be a person I was not. I don’t go out now because I’m not trusted, even though my mates go out.” Her words reflect the emotional and psychological impact of the grooming incident.
During the court proceedings at Teesside Crown Court, Warters admitted to causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. He was sentenced to a nine-month prison term, suspended for a period, meaning he would not serve time immediately but would be under supervision and subject to conditions.
Judge Recorder Tim Roberts, QC, addressed Warters directly, emphasizing the gravity of his repeated offenses. “This is the second time you have appeared before this court for the same misbehavior,” he stated. “It is plain to me you have an urge when you are on your own to use the internet to contact underage girls and talk dirty to them. That’s a criminal offense, and a serious criminal offense, and it will lead you into prison. You must desist from this behavior. This is your last chance.”
Warters, who is 25 years old and resides on Malpas Road in Northallerton, was also diagnosed with autism. His legal representative, Simon Perkins, expressed concern about his vulnerability within the prison system, describing it as “severely ill-adapted.” Perkins characterized Warters’ actions as “fairly clumsy but illegal activity,” and clarified that there was no evidence to suggest he had plans to meet the girl in person.
As part of his sentence, Warters will be required to register as a sex offender for the next ten years. Additionally, he will participate in 36 days of rehabilitative activities organized by the Probation Service aimed at addressing his behavioral issues and preventing future offenses. The case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in safeguarding minors from online predators and highlights the importance of vigilance and swift legal action in such cases.
Back in March 2018, Warters was already under scrutiny for engaging in explicit conversations with two 15-year-old girls on Facebook. His actions at that time resulted in a three-year community order, which included unpaid work, as a consequence of his inappropriate online behavior. Despite this previous conviction, Warters continued to engage in similar conduct, raising serious questions about his compliance with legal restrictions and his understanding of the severity of his actions.
Early last year, while still serving his community order and registered as a sex offender, Warters initiated contact with another girl of the same age. The court heard that the young girl was initially flattered by the attention she received from him. However, the situation quickly escalated as Warters began to ask for explicit photographs, professed his love for her, and sent a chilling message stating, “Get in my bed.”
The incident came to light when the girl’s mother discovered the communications and promptly contacted the police. Warters was subsequently arrested following this discovery. It was revealed that prior to his arrest, Warters had engaged in online video chats with the girl via Skype, using a school computer, which added to the seriousness of the case.
In a statement, the young girl expressed her feelings about the ordeal, saying, “I made myself out to be a person I was not. I don’t go out now because I’m not trusted, even though my mates go out.” Her words reflect the emotional and psychological impact of the grooming incident.
During the court proceedings at Teesside Crown Court, Warters admitted to causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity. He was sentenced to a nine-month prison term, suspended for a period, meaning he would not serve time immediately but would be under supervision and subject to conditions.
Judge Recorder Tim Roberts, QC, addressed Warters directly, emphasizing the gravity of his repeated offenses. “This is the second time you have appeared before this court for the same misbehavior,” he stated. “It is plain to me you have an urge when you are on your own to use the internet to contact underage girls and talk dirty to them. That’s a criminal offense, and a serious criminal offense, and it will lead you into prison. You must desist from this behavior. This is your last chance.”
Warters, who is 25 years old and resides on Malpas Road in Northallerton, was also diagnosed with autism. His legal representative, Simon Perkins, expressed concern about his vulnerability within the prison system, describing it as “severely ill-adapted.” Perkins characterized Warters’ actions as “fairly clumsy but illegal activity,” and clarified that there was no evidence to suggest he had plans to meet the girl in person.
As part of his sentence, Warters will be required to register as a sex offender for the next ten years. Additionally, he will participate in 36 days of rehabilitative activities organized by the Probation Service aimed at addressing his behavioral issues and preventing future offenses. The case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in safeguarding minors from online predators and highlights the importance of vigilance and swift legal action in such cases.