NIGEL WHEELER FROM NYTHE SENTENCED AFTER SEXUAL ASSAULTS ON TEENS IN SWINDON
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Nythe Child Sexual Abuser
In a disturbing case that has shocked the local community, Nigel Wheeler, a school bus driver from Nythe, was convicted of serious sexual offenses involving two 15-year-old girls. The incident unfolded in May 2008, revealing a pattern of manipulation and exploitation carried out by Wheeler under the guise of offering career opportunities in modelling.
Wheeler, who resided on Kimmeridge Close in Nythe, used his position as a driver for Barnes Coaches, based in Aldbourne, to gain the trust of vulnerable children. His role involved transporting students from various villages around Marlborough to their schools, which he exploited to establish contact with the young girls. According to the prosecution, Claire Marlow, Wheeler approached one of the girls during routine school runs and began discussing the modelling industry, claiming to have a connection that could help her advance in that field.
In May of the previous year, Wheeler arranged a meeting with the two girls and a boy, all aged 15, at his home. The purpose was ostensibly a photo shoot, but the events that followed revealed Wheeler’s sinister intentions. Upon their arrival, Wheeler served wine to the girls and beer to the boy, further manipulating the situation. The first girl was taken to another room where Wheeler provided her with a baby doll-style outfit, claiming it would enhance her chances of becoming a model. He then proceeded to take photographs of her using his mobile phone.
Subsequently, Wheeler also took indecent photographs of the second girl while she was present. He recorded a video clip of her and asked both girls to touch each other, an invitation they refused. Wheeler’s actions were later admitted by him during police questioning; he acknowledged meeting the children and taking photographs but denied any sexual interest in children. However, he was charged with four counts of sexual activity with a child and four counts of taking indecent photographs of a child.
During the trial at Swindon Crown Court, the prosecution presented evidence of Wheeler’s misconduct, emphasizing the abuse of his position and the premeditated nature of his actions. His defense, led by Rob Ross, highlighted that Wheeler had no prior history of similar offenses and had previously worked in the United States coaching children without incident.
Judge Douglas Field delivered a stern sentence, condemning Wheeler’s exploitation of his role as a school bus driver. Wheeler was sentenced to eight months in prison. The judge also imposed several restrictions, including a ban from working with children, a requirement to register as a sex offender for ten years, and a ten-year sexual offences prevention order aimed at limiting his liberty and preventing further harm.
This case underscores the importance of vigilance and safeguarding measures for children, especially when individuals in positions of trust abuse their authority for malicious purposes. The community of Nythe and the surrounding areas are urged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity involving minors to authorities.
Wheeler, who resided on Kimmeridge Close in Nythe, used his position as a driver for Barnes Coaches, based in Aldbourne, to gain the trust of vulnerable children. His role involved transporting students from various villages around Marlborough to their schools, which he exploited to establish contact with the young girls. According to the prosecution, Claire Marlow, Wheeler approached one of the girls during routine school runs and began discussing the modelling industry, claiming to have a connection that could help her advance in that field.
In May of the previous year, Wheeler arranged a meeting with the two girls and a boy, all aged 15, at his home. The purpose was ostensibly a photo shoot, but the events that followed revealed Wheeler’s sinister intentions. Upon their arrival, Wheeler served wine to the girls and beer to the boy, further manipulating the situation. The first girl was taken to another room where Wheeler provided her with a baby doll-style outfit, claiming it would enhance her chances of becoming a model. He then proceeded to take photographs of her using his mobile phone.
Subsequently, Wheeler also took indecent photographs of the second girl while she was present. He recorded a video clip of her and asked both girls to touch each other, an invitation they refused. Wheeler’s actions were later admitted by him during police questioning; he acknowledged meeting the children and taking photographs but denied any sexual interest in children. However, he was charged with four counts of sexual activity with a child and four counts of taking indecent photographs of a child.
During the trial at Swindon Crown Court, the prosecution presented evidence of Wheeler’s misconduct, emphasizing the abuse of his position and the premeditated nature of his actions. His defense, led by Rob Ross, highlighted that Wheeler had no prior history of similar offenses and had previously worked in the United States coaching children without incident.
Judge Douglas Field delivered a stern sentence, condemning Wheeler’s exploitation of his role as a school bus driver. Wheeler was sentenced to eight months in prison. The judge also imposed several restrictions, including a ban from working with children, a requirement to register as a sex offender for ten years, and a ten-year sexual offences prevention order aimed at limiting his liberty and preventing further harm.
This case underscores the importance of vigilance and safeguarding measures for children, especially when individuals in positions of trust abuse their authority for malicious purposes. The community of Nythe and the surrounding areas are urged to remain alert and report any suspicious activity involving minors to authorities.