JAMES MILTON SENTENCED IN MARSKE-BY-THE-SEA FOR SEX OFFENCES AND ORDER BREACHES
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Marske-by-the-Sea Child Sexual Abuser
James Milton, a convicted sex offender residing in Marske-by-the-Sea, has been handed a one-year prison sentence after admitting to multiple violations of court orders and offences related to his previous convictions. The incident unfolded on May 17, 2024, when officers from Cleveland Police's Online Investigation Team conducted an unannounced visit to Milton's residence.
During this visit, authorities reminded Milton of the Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) that had been imposed following his earlier conviction for various offences, including those involving indecent images of children. The officers requested that Milton surrender all electronic devices capable of accessing the internet and storing digital images for thorough inspection.
In the course of their investigation, the police discovered that Milton had used several aliases and usernames that he had not registered with the authorities, raising suspicions about his online activities. Additionally, officers found SD cards that Milton had not made available for examination, further complicating the investigation. A detailed analysis of his devices revealed that Milton had deliberately deleted multiple applications, including popular social media platforms such as Snapchat and Discord, which could have contained relevant data.
Despite these efforts to conceal information, no indecent images were uncovered during the investigation. Nevertheless, Milton pleaded guilty to four separate offences on April 4, 2025. The case was brought before Teesside Magistrates' Court, where he was sentenced on May 6, 2025. The court handed down a total of one year in prison, with four concurrent 12-month sentences, reflecting the seriousness of his breaches and offences.
Detective Constable Barnes, a member of the Paedophile Online Investigation Team, emphasized the importance of enforcing court orders such as the SHPO. He stated that breaching such orders is a grave matter and assured the public that law enforcement agencies actively monitor individuals under restrictions to detect violations promptly and take appropriate action.
Milton's breaches included deleting apps and failing to register aliases, actions that directly contravened the court-mandated restrictions and legal obligations. The court's decision underscores the ongoing commitment of law enforcement to protect children and uphold the integrity of court orders designed to prevent further harm. The case highlights the persistent efforts by police to monitor and enforce restrictions on offenders in the Marske-by-the-Sea area and beyond, aiming to prevent future offences and ensure community safety.
During this visit, authorities reminded Milton of the Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) that had been imposed following his earlier conviction for various offences, including those involving indecent images of children. The officers requested that Milton surrender all electronic devices capable of accessing the internet and storing digital images for thorough inspection.
In the course of their investigation, the police discovered that Milton had used several aliases and usernames that he had not registered with the authorities, raising suspicions about his online activities. Additionally, officers found SD cards that Milton had not made available for examination, further complicating the investigation. A detailed analysis of his devices revealed that Milton had deliberately deleted multiple applications, including popular social media platforms such as Snapchat and Discord, which could have contained relevant data.
Despite these efforts to conceal information, no indecent images were uncovered during the investigation. Nevertheless, Milton pleaded guilty to four separate offences on April 4, 2025. The case was brought before Teesside Magistrates' Court, where he was sentenced on May 6, 2025. The court handed down a total of one year in prison, with four concurrent 12-month sentences, reflecting the seriousness of his breaches and offences.
Detective Constable Barnes, a member of the Paedophile Online Investigation Team, emphasized the importance of enforcing court orders such as the SHPO. He stated that breaching such orders is a grave matter and assured the public that law enforcement agencies actively monitor individuals under restrictions to detect violations promptly and take appropriate action.
Milton's breaches included deleting apps and failing to register aliases, actions that directly contravened the court-mandated restrictions and legal obligations. The court's decision underscores the ongoing commitment of law enforcement to protect children and uphold the integrity of court orders designed to prevent further harm. The case highlights the persistent efforts by police to monitor and enforce restrictions on offenders in the Marske-by-the-Sea area and beyond, aiming to prevent future offences and ensure community safety.