ROBERT MCMILLAN FROM ROADHEAD SENTENCED IN BRAMPTON FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES

In February 2004, a man identified as Robert McMillan, aged 59, hailing from the small community of Roadhead, located north of Brampton, faced serious criminal charges related to the abuse of a young girl. McMillan was convicted at Carlisle Crown Court of multiple heinous offences involving a seven-year-old girl, including indecent assault, committing an act of gross indecency, and inciting the young girl to perform an act of gross indecency. Despite his vehement denial of the allegations, the court found sufficient evidence to convict him on all counts.

Initially, McMillan was sentenced to four and a half years in prison for his crimes. However, this sentence was later reviewed and reduced significantly. Judge Charles Mahon, presiding over the case at Lancaster Crown Court, examined the circumstances surrounding the sentencing and decided to cut the term nearly in half, setting it at two and a half years. The reduction came despite the plea from McMillan’s legal representative, Greg Hoare, who argued for a non-custodial sentence, emphasizing that such an approach might better aid McMillan in overcoming personal issues.

Judge Mahon, however, maintained that incarceration was unavoidable given the severity of the offences. In addition to his prison sentence, McMillan was mandated to register as a sex offender, a legal requirement aimed at monitoring individuals convicted of sexual crimes. Furthermore, he was prohibited from engaging in any employment involving children, reflecting the court’s concern for public safety and the protection of minors.

These events follow earlier reports from January 2004, which also highlighted McMillan’s conviction and sentencing for similar offences. The case underscores the ongoing efforts of the justice system to address and penalize crimes of this nature, especially those involving vulnerable children in communities like Roadhead and the surrounding areas near Brampton.