SEX OFFENDER FAILS TO COMPLY WITH NOTIFICATION RULES IN COURT
Leon Ridgeway appeared at Wigan & Leigh Magistrates Court on 9 April 2025 for his first hearing.He faced charges related to failing to comply with notification requirements under the Sex Offenders Register Act 2003.
The case was listed under reference 06LL0072825.
Magistrates did not make a ruling on guilt at this stage.
Ridgeway was represented in court and has been remanded on unconditional bail until the next hearing.
He was warned to prepare for further proceedings.
The court emphasised the importance of strict adherence to the notification obligations.
No further details about the case or potential penalties were disclosed during the brief session.
The next date in the case will be set by the court in due course.
Ridgeway is understood to be subject to ongoing supervision and monitoring related to his previous convictions.
The case highlights ongoing efforts to ensure sex offenders meet legal notification duties after release from custody.
