RAYMOND WATERWORTH SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL OFFENSES IN ASHTON

Raymond Waterworth, a man with a troubling history of inappropriate conduct towards young women on public transportation, has been sentenced to a significant prison term of five and a half years. The court's decision comes after a series of disturbing incidents that have caused considerable distress among victims in the Ashton area.

Waterworth, who has previously been known for similar misconduct, was convicted of multiple sexual assault charges. The most recent case involved an 18-year-old woman in Middlesbrough in November 2014. During this incident, Waterworth attempted to conceal his assault by hiding behind a laptop bag, but his actions were ultimately uncovered and led to his conviction.

In addition to this, Waterworth was found guilty of assaulting a 24-year-old woman. The victim recounted how he pressed her against a bus window and made unwelcome advances, causing her to experience intense feelings of panic, nervousness, and distress. Such encounters have left victims traumatized, with one even reporting that she now avoids using buses altogether to prevent further incidents.

Despite denying the allegations related to the latest offenses, Waterworth was convicted after a thorough trial process. The court also imposed a sexual harm prevention order to restrict his future conduct and mandated that he be placed on the sex offenders’ register for life, reflecting the severity of his actions and the ongoing risk he poses to the community.

Waterworth’s criminal behavior has raised serious concerns about safety on public transport in Ashton and surrounding areas. Authorities emphasize the importance of vigilance and encourage victims to come forward to ensure that offenders are held accountable and that public spaces remain safe for everyone.