KEITH NOBLE FROM THURROCK SENTENCED TO 11 YEARS FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES AND INDECENT IMAGES
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Thurrock Rapist
In a significant case that has shocked the community of Thurrock, Keith Noble, a 53-year-old resident of Flint Street, Grays, has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term of 11 years after admitting to a series of serious historic child sex crimes and offences related to indecent images. The sentencing followed a court hearing at Basildon Crown Court, where Noble pleaded guilty to three counts of indecent assault, marking a culmination of a lengthy investigation into his past actions.
These offences involved two young female victims who were minors at the time of the incidents, which took place over a span of several years, specifically between 1998 and 2003. The gravity of the crimes has been underscored by the fact that they involved vulnerable children, and the case has garnered considerable attention from law enforcement and the local community alike.
The legal proceedings revealed that Noble’s criminal activities were initially brought to light in 2002 when one of the victims made an allegation of a sexual offence. Despite this initial report, police investigations concluded that there was insufficient evidence to proceed with charges at that time, leading to the case being shelved temporarily. However, the case did not remain dormant for long.
It was not until October 2014 that further allegations emerged, this time concerning Noble’s access to indecent images of children. Following this new information, authorities charged him with 14 offences, which included making indecent images, distributing such images, possessing extreme pornography, and recording a person engaged in a private act. Noble admitted to these charges during his first court appearance in October 2015.
An Essex Police spokesperson provided insight into the investigation, stating, “During the course of the investigation, officers discovered evidence of covert filming and distribution of images. The victim was identified, who later disclosed other offences for which Noble was responsible. As a result of this disclosure, officers contacted the victim who made the allegations in 2002, who agreed to speak to officers again.”
The police’s diligent work uncovered a disturbing pattern of behaviour, including covert filming and the sharing of indecent images, which further implicated Noble in additional offences. The victim’s willingness to come forward and disclose further details played a crucial role in building the case against him.
Ultimately, Noble was convicted of a total of 19 offences, which led to his sentencing last week. In addition to his 11-year prison term, he was also handed a 12-month licence period to be served upon his release, ensuring continued supervision and monitoring of his activities post-incarceration. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation and abuse.
These offences involved two young female victims who were minors at the time of the incidents, which took place over a span of several years, specifically between 1998 and 2003. The gravity of the crimes has been underscored by the fact that they involved vulnerable children, and the case has garnered considerable attention from law enforcement and the local community alike.
The legal proceedings revealed that Noble’s criminal activities were initially brought to light in 2002 when one of the victims made an allegation of a sexual offence. Despite this initial report, police investigations concluded that there was insufficient evidence to proceed with charges at that time, leading to the case being shelved temporarily. However, the case did not remain dormant for long.
It was not until October 2014 that further allegations emerged, this time concerning Noble’s access to indecent images of children. Following this new information, authorities charged him with 14 offences, which included making indecent images, distributing such images, possessing extreme pornography, and recording a person engaged in a private act. Noble admitted to these charges during his first court appearance in October 2015.
An Essex Police spokesperson provided insight into the investigation, stating, “During the course of the investigation, officers discovered evidence of covert filming and distribution of images. The victim was identified, who later disclosed other offences for which Noble was responsible. As a result of this disclosure, officers contacted the victim who made the allegations in 2002, who agreed to speak to officers again.”
The police’s diligent work uncovered a disturbing pattern of behaviour, including covert filming and the sharing of indecent images, which further implicated Noble in additional offences. The victim’s willingness to come forward and disclose further details played a crucial role in building the case against him.
Ultimately, Noble was convicted of a total of 19 offences, which led to his sentencing last week. In addition to his 11-year prison term, he was also handed a 12-month licence period to be served upon his release, ensuring continued supervision and monitoring of his activities post-incarceration. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation and abuse.