JORDAN WILKINSON AND HIS SHOCKING CRIMES IN LANCASHIRE
A man identified as Jordan Wilkinson, aged 31, has been convicted and sentenced following a series of disturbing incidents that took place in Lancashire.His criminal behavior includes assault, sexual misconduct, and involvement in drug trafficking, leading to his imprisonment and mandatory registration as a sex offender.
The sequence of events delineates a troubling pattern of reckless and illegal activity that culminated in Wilkinson's arrest and subsequent sentencing in Preston Crown Court.
The court was informed that Wilkinson, a resident of Whitegate Drive in Blackpool, attended Central Pier on June 13, 2021, along with friends to watch the Euro 2020 football match between England and Croatia.
Like many fans, Wilkinson consumed a considerable amount of lager, which appeared to impair his judgment significantly.
During this gathering, Wilkinson's behavior turned criminal and inappropriate.
He was described as an 'out-of-control sex pest' by court reports, as he assaulted two women and harassed a teenage girl.
Specifically, Wilkinson was accused of grabbing a 16-year-old girl by the crotch, an act that has understandably caused alarm due to the age of the victim and the nature of the assault.
Additionally, he was said to have groped a woman’s bottom during the same incident.
When asked about his conduct, Wilkinson claimed he did not remember committing these acts but expressed remorse and stated he was appalled by his own behavior, indicating a recognition of the severity of his actions.
Further complicating Wilkinson’s criminal record was his involvement in drug-related offenses.
In February of the previous year, patrol officers conducted a search of his residence and discovered a box containing heroin and crack cocaine, substances that are classified as Class A drugs due to their high potential for harm and addiction.
During the legal proceedings, defense solicitor Julie Taylor explained that Wilkinson was facing personal difficulties at the time, following a breakup that left him responsible for his young son alone.
Taylor also noted that Wilkinson had fallen into debt with cannabis dealers, leading him to agree to store a significant quantity of illegal drugs—worth more than £37,000—at his home for a fee of £200 per week.
Wilkinson maintained that he was unaware of the contents of the box, asserting that he never looked inside and only agreed to store it because of his financial struggles.
He admitted that he knew the drugs were illegal but insisted he did not actively partake in drug dealing himself.
Despite his efforts to turn his life around after being arrested, including working with social services, the court found his actions with regard to drug storage and distribution to be especially serious.
The presiding judge, Guy Mathieson, addressed Wilkinson directly during sentencing.
He emphasized that life is a series of choices, both good and bad.
The judge remarked that while going to watch a football match and having some beers might be seen as a harmless social outing, Wilkinson's decision to indulge to the point of losing control—leading to sexual assaults and illegal drug storage—was a profoundly bad choice that had lasting consequences.
The impact on victims, particularly the younger girl, was significant, influencing their future interactions and feelings of safety.
Judge Mathieson criticized Wilkinson not only for the criminal acts committed during the football match but also for his continued illegal drug use during the pandemic lockdown in 2021 and 2022.
The court highlighted that his dependency on cannabis and the involvement with drug dealers—who exploited him to hide large quantities of drugs—created a dangerous environment, especially with his young son present in the household.
In weighing the various factors, the judge acknowledged Wilkinson’s attempts at rehabilitation but emphasized that his choices had led to his current predicament.
The seriousness of his drug-related offenses and the sexual assaults mandated an immediate custodial sentence.
Wilkinson was sentenced to 18 months in prison for two counts of possessing Class A drugs, with additional concurrent sentences of six months and three months for the sexual assault charges.
Furthermore, he was ordered to adhere to notification requirements on the sex offenders register for the next seven years, ensuring ongoing oversight.
Judge Mathieson concluded by stating, “You cannot be seen to get away with it,” underscoring the importance of accountability and the message that such behavior will be met with serious repercussions.
Wilkinson’s release will be contingent upon his compliance with these conditions, but for now, he will serve a prison term due to the gravity of his many offences in Lancashire.
