TIMOTHY SCARFE FROM CARLTON COLVILLE JAILED FOR ABUSING BOYS IN LOWESTOFT AND BECLES
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Carlton Colville Child Sexual Abuser
In November 2012, a disturbing case emerged involving Timothy Scarfe, a newsagent from Carlton Colville near Lowestoft, who was convicted of multiple sexual offences against young boys. The case has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting calls for victims to come forward and raising awareness about the dangers posed by individuals who exploit positions of trust.
Scarfe, who managed a shop in Carlton Colville, was found guilty of eight separate sex offences committed against three teenage boys. The offences included inappropriate physical contact, such as pulling down trousers and smacking the victims, as well as more serious allegations involving sexual touching and incitement to sexual activity. The 51-year-old, residing at Fair Close in Beccles, was sentenced to a 12-month prison term and will be registered as a sex offender for the next ten years.
The case came to light after one of the victims’ fathers discovered that Scarfe had pulled his son’s trousers down and had physically assaulted him. This father promptly contacted the police, leading to Scarfe’s arrest a few days later. During the investigation, authorities uncovered additional incidents involving other teenage boys, where similar acts of physical assault and inappropriate behaviour had taken place. Officers also found a series of text messages sent by Scarfe to the boys, which contained sexual content and instructions for the boys to delete these messages to conceal their interactions.
Further inquiries revealed that Scarfe had engaged in hugging and touching several boys, actions that contributed to the charges against him. He was subsequently charged and pleaded guilty at Ipswich Crown Court to eight counts, including causing or inciting a boy under 16 into sexual activity and sexual touching of two other boys. His guilty plea confirmed the severity of his misconduct and the predatory nature of his actions.
Following his sentencing, the father who initially reported Scarfe expressed a mixture of relief and concern. He stated, “My son has a strong personality and has spent many hours in the company of trustworthy adults from a young age. However, his experiences at the hands of Scarfe have left him finding it difficult to trust older people, and he is consequently struggling to find employment.” The father emphasized that while he harbours no malice towards Scarfe, he believes it is crucial for the public to be aware of such cases. “There may have been others who have been targeted by Scarfe, and if so, his conviction may give them the confidence needed to come forward,” he added.
He also issued a warning to parents, highlighting the importance of vigilance. “It is vital that naïve parents be forewarned that this type of predatory paedophile can infiltrate positions of trust alongside young people, creating opportunities to prey on their victims,” he said. The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by individuals who exploit their roles within communities to commit such heinous acts, and it underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and support for victims.
Scarfe, who managed a shop in Carlton Colville, was found guilty of eight separate sex offences committed against three teenage boys. The offences included inappropriate physical contact, such as pulling down trousers and smacking the victims, as well as more serious allegations involving sexual touching and incitement to sexual activity. The 51-year-old, residing at Fair Close in Beccles, was sentenced to a 12-month prison term and will be registered as a sex offender for the next ten years.
The case came to light after one of the victims’ fathers discovered that Scarfe had pulled his son’s trousers down and had physically assaulted him. This father promptly contacted the police, leading to Scarfe’s arrest a few days later. During the investigation, authorities uncovered additional incidents involving other teenage boys, where similar acts of physical assault and inappropriate behaviour had taken place. Officers also found a series of text messages sent by Scarfe to the boys, which contained sexual content and instructions for the boys to delete these messages to conceal their interactions.
Further inquiries revealed that Scarfe had engaged in hugging and touching several boys, actions that contributed to the charges against him. He was subsequently charged and pleaded guilty at Ipswich Crown Court to eight counts, including causing or inciting a boy under 16 into sexual activity and sexual touching of two other boys. His guilty plea confirmed the severity of his misconduct and the predatory nature of his actions.
Following his sentencing, the father who initially reported Scarfe expressed a mixture of relief and concern. He stated, “My son has a strong personality and has spent many hours in the company of trustworthy adults from a young age. However, his experiences at the hands of Scarfe have left him finding it difficult to trust older people, and he is consequently struggling to find employment.” The father emphasized that while he harbours no malice towards Scarfe, he believes it is crucial for the public to be aware of such cases. “There may have been others who have been targeted by Scarfe, and if so, his conviction may give them the confidence needed to come forward,” he added.
He also issued a warning to parents, highlighting the importance of vigilance. “It is vital that naïve parents be forewarned that this type of predatory paedophile can infiltrate positions of trust alongside young people, creating opportunities to prey on their victims,” he said. The case serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by individuals who exploit their roles within communities to commit such heinous acts, and it underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and support for victims.