HARLOW MAN PATRICK LIDDON SENTENCED TO FIVE YEARS FOR CHILD SEXUAL ASSAULT IN CHELMSFORD

In August 2021, a man from Harlow, identified as Patrick Liddon, was handed a significant prison sentence following his conviction for multiple serious sexual offenses involving a minor. The sentencing took place on July 30th at Chelmsford Crown Court, where the court heard the details of his crimes and the evidence presented against him.

Patrick Liddon, aged 23 and residing in Rivermill, Harlow, was sentenced to a total of five years in prison for a sexual assault committed against a boy under the age of thirteen. The gravity of this offense was underscored by the court’s decision to impose a substantial custodial sentence, reflecting the severity of the crime and the need to protect vulnerable children from harm.

In addition to the primary conviction, Liddon faced and pleaded guilty to four other charges of sexual assault involving a child. These additional offenses were considered by the court and, in a move to ensure justice, the sentences for these crimes were ordered to run concurrently with the main sentence. This means that the overall time Liddon will serve in prison will be five years, covering all the offenses for which he was convicted.

Furthermore, Liddon admitted to three charges related to the possession of images depicting child abuse. Recognizing the seriousness of these offenses, the court also ordered that these sentences run concurrently with the other sentences, ensuring a comprehensive punishment for his criminal conduct.

To further prevent any potential future harm, a sexual harm prevention order was issued against Liddon. This legal measure aims to restrict his activities and monitor his behavior to safeguard the community, particularly children, from any risk posed by his presence or actions in the future.

Overall, the case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and the judicial system to address and penalize crimes involving the exploitation of minors, emphasizing the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals from sexual abuse and ensuring offenders are held accountable for their actions.