PETER DAVIES FROM CUMBRIA SENTENCED FOR ONLINE CHILD SEX OFFENCES IN PRESTON
A voluntary organization dedicated to combating online sexual predators has responded strongly following the sentencing of a man convicted of engaging in child sex offences through the internet.Peter Davies, a 46-year-old resident of Cumbria, was handed a prison sentence after admitting to charges related to inappropriate and sexual communications with a minor.
The incident came to light after law enforcement authorities in Cumbria, working in conjunction with the voluntary group, successfully carried out a sting operation on March 23.
This operation led to Davies's arrest, highlighting the effectiveness of collaborative efforts between police and community organizations in tackling online child exploitation.
Preston Crown Court heard that Davies had engaged in a series of inappropriate online exchanges with what he believed was a 14-year-old girl.
In reality, he was communicating with an adult decoy from the organization known as ‘365 Hunters’.
During the court proceedings, it was revealed that Davies believed he was speaking to a minor, but in fact, he was interacting with a trained decoy designed to catch predators.
Further details emerged from a 36-minute video posted on Facebook, which was viewed by over 50,000 followers.
In this video, Davies openly admitted to having been DBS checked, claiming he had worked in schools fitting catering equipment.
The voluntary group confronted Davies outside his former residence in Dalton, where he was seen wearing only a dressing gown and slippers.
During this confrontation, he was questioned about his request for the decoy to send pictures of herself in her school uniform, raising serious concerns about his intentions.
Prior to his sentencing, magistrates were informed that Davies had asked the decoy to engage in sexual activities that did not involve penetration, as well as requesting explicit images of her for his own sexual gratification.
These exchanges reportedly took place over a two-week period, indicating a pattern of predatory behavior.
Additional complications arose when, on April 3, a court hearing was held after Davies’ wife discovered children’s bras, underwear, and a school uniform in his car.
This discovery prompted further legal action, with Cumbria Constabulary lawyer Gemma Rogerson successfully applying for an interim sexual risk order.
This order was intended to prevent Davies from reoffending while awaiting sentencing, as authorities deemed him to be at a ‘high risk’ of reoffending.
On July 4, His Honour Judge Darren Preston sentenced Davies to 28 months in prison.
In addition to his custodial sentence, Davies was subjected to a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order, which aims to restrict his future conduct and protect potential victims from harm.
The case underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and community groups to combat online child exploitation and bring offenders to justice.
Update 29/11/25 is back behind bars after he failed to tell police about an online account he created for an adult dating website.
