ROBERT HAWKINS FROM CANNOCK SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT AT NORTH WALES HOLIDAY CAMP

In April 2013, a man named Robert William Hawkins was sentenced to three years in prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting a teenage girl at a holiday caravan site in North Wales. The incident took place at the Greenacres caravan park located in Porthmadog, a popular holiday destination known for its scenic views and family-friendly atmosphere.

Hawkins, who resides near Cannock in Staffordshire, was found guilty of fondling the girl and attempting to press himself against her during their time at the holiday park. The court heard that he had put his hand up her skirt and pushed aside her underwear, actions that the prosecution described as non-consensual. Despite the serious nature of the allegations, Hawkins was acquitted of the more severe charge of attempted rape but was still sentenced for the sexual assault.

Judge Christopher Morton, presiding over the case, emphasized the gravity of the offence when delivering the sentence. He pointed out that such conduct was highly serious and warranted a significant penalty. As part of his punishment, Hawkins was also ordered to register as a sex offender for life, a measure intended to monitor and prevent future offences.

During the trial, the jury was informed of the details of the incident, which occurred while Hawkins and the girl were on holiday. The girl did not consent to Hawkins’ advances, and the prosecution maintained that his actions were non-consensual. Hawkins, who was 41 at the time of the offence and is now 42, denied attempting rape. He claimed during the trial that the sexual activity was consensual, a statement that the court found unconvincing.

In interviews with police, Hawkins offered a flippant explanation for the girl’s alleged consent, suggesting, “Perhaps I am good looking, irresistible, I don’t know, it just happened.” His defense lawyer, Kim Halsall, described him as a man of good character who understood the seriousness of his actions and expressed a desire to return to his family, who were present and supporting him during the proceedings.

Ultimately, the court’s decision reflected the severity of the crime and the need to protect vulnerable individuals from such misconduct, leading to Hawkins’ imprisonment and lifelong registration as a sex offender.