JAKE WHARTON'S SHOCKING CRIMES IN PETERBOROUGH: SEXUAL ASSAULT AND PREGNANCY OF TEENAGER
In a disturbing case that has sent shockwaves through the community of Peterborough, a man named Jake Wharton has been convicted and sentenced for heinous sexual offenses involving a minor.Wharton, aged 25, who was employed at HMP Peterborough until January 2018, was found guilty of engaging in repeated sexual activities with a girl who was only 14 years old at the time.
The court proceedings revealed that Wharton had a close relationship with the underage girl, which he exploited to groom her for sexual acts.
The abuse took place at various locations, including his residence on Northam Close, Eye, near Peterborough, and in his car.
Evidence presented during the trial indicated that Wharton not only engaged in sexual acts with the girl on multiple occasions but also took explicit photographs of her in a state of undress, further demonstrating the severity of his misconduct.
The victim, who has since given birth to the child, expressed her distress during the court hearing, stating that she understands she will have to explain to her own child
