JOSHUA ASHBY FROM RUGBY SENTENCED TO 25 MONTHS FOR COURT ORDER VIOLATION INVOLVING YOUNG GIRLS

A man from Rugby has been sentenced to a prison term of 25 months after he was found to have violated court orders related to previous sexual offences involving young girls. Joshua Ashby, aged 25, was convicted in 2015 of inciting sexual activity with teenage girls and was subject to a strict sexual harm prevention order designed to protect minors from potential harm.

Despite the legal restrictions placed upon him, Ashby engaged in conduct that directly contravened these measures. He made contact with one of his previous victims, an act that was explicitly prohibited under the terms of his court order. This breach was considered a serious violation of the conditions meant to safeguard vulnerable individuals from further exploitation.

In addition to this, Ashby failed to notify authorities of his whereabouts after he spent the night at a woman’s residence, which also housed her children. Such an act not only breached the specific conditions of his supervision but also raised concerns about the safety of the children involved.

The court had previously imposed a 100-metre exclusion zone around a local school in Rugby, aimed at preventing any contact or proximity to minors. Ashby’s actions, including staying overnight at a private residence with children present, directly contravened this restriction.

Furthermore, he was ordered to adhere to strict registration and supervision requirements, which he neglected to follow. His failure to comply with these legal obligations led to the sentencing of 25 months in prison, reflecting the seriousness with which the court viewed his breaches and the potential risk posed to the community.

Authorities and court officials emphasized the importance of strict enforcement of such orders to prevent further harm and to uphold the safety of young people in Rugby and surrounding areas.