SCARBOROUGH MAN JAILED FOR HISTORIC CHILD SEX OFFENCES
A man has been jailed for nearly seven years after being convicted of penetrative sexual offences against a child.Court documents confirm that Robert Peter Mackenzie, an adult offender, was sentenced on 16 December 2025 for engaging in penetrative sexual activity with a girl aged between 13 and 15, contrary to the Sexual Offences Act 2003.
⚖️ The court imposed the following sentence: 🔴 6 years and 9 months in prison (total custodial sentence) 🔴 Sentences ordered to run concurrently 🔴 Indefinite placement on the Sex Offenders Register 🔴 Police notification requirements for life 🔴 DBS barring — prohibiting work with children and vulnerable adults This was not a minor or technical offence.
Penetrative sexual activity involving a child is regarded by the courts as among the most serious sexual crimes, carrying long prison terms due to the severe and lasting harm caused to victims.
The offender will remain known to police indefinitely, with strict monitoring conditions designed to protect the public and prevent further harm.
