JAMIE SYLVESTER FROM LEEDS SENTENCED IN BRADFORD FOR SEXUAL OFFENSES INVOLVING 13-YEAR-OLD BOY
In December 2013, a disturbing case involving an internet groomer from Leeds culminated in a prison sentence after he traveled to Bradford to engage in sexual activities with a 13-year-old boy.The offender, identified as Jamie Sylvester, aged 37, was convicted and sentenced to two years in prison for his actions.
According to court records, Sylvester was fully aware of his victim’s young age but dismissed the significance of it, stating, “Age isn’t a big matter to me.
I just judge them on how mature they are.” This chilling remark underscores his predatory attitude and lack of regard for the victim’s vulnerability.
Sylvester, who resides on Gotts Road in Leeds, pleaded guilty to two counts of engaging in sexual activity with a child.
The Bradford Crown Court was informed that the defendant had traveled from Leeds to Bradford approximately three years prior to the sentencing, after establishing communication with the boy through the internet.
Initially, the boy falsely claimed to be 18, but later revealed his true age, which Sylvester was aware of at the time.
Evidence presented in court revealed that the two met in person at a public toilet in Bradford, where they engaged in sexual acts.
The court was also told that Sylvester and the boy met again on another occasion, although no sexual activity took place during that second meeting.
Representing Sylvester, barrister Gerald Hendron emphasized his client’s previous good character, stating, “He accepts that what he did was wrong and that it was his responsibility and he accepts the harm he has caused.” Hendron also pointed out that Sylvester was fully aware of the victim’s age and took advantage of his vulnerability.
As part of his sentence, Sylvester is required to sign the sex offenders’ register for a period of ten years.
Additionally, he was placed under a Sexual Offences Prevention Order for the same duration, aimed at monitoring and restricting his future conduct to protect the community from potential harm.
