MICHAEL SHEWAN FROM STEVENAGE SENTENCED FOR HISTORIC INDECENT ASSAULT IN CAMBRIDGE

An elderly man from Stevenage, aged 85, has been handed a suspended prison sentence after admitting to the serious crime of indecent assault against a young boy during the 1980s. The conviction was secured at Cambridge Crown Court, where the court heard details of the case and the impact on the victim.

Michael Shewan, the accused, appeared before the court to face charges related to the assault, which reportedly took place several decades ago. The court was informed that the victim, whose identity remains protected, showed remarkable courage in coming forward and reporting the incident, a move that was highly praised by the judge and legal representatives.

Following the conviction, Shewan was sentenced to a term that will be suspended, meaning he will not serve time in prison unless he breaches specific conditions set by the court. As part of the sentence, he will be subject to strict monitoring and supervision to ensure compliance with the court’s directives.

The case highlights the importance of bravery in coming forward to report historic crimes, and the court acknowledged the victim’s strength in seeking justice after so many years. The sentencing also underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and the judicial system to address and prosecute sexual offenses, regardless of when they occurred.