ANGUS BLACKMORE FROM TYLERS GREEN JAILED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULTS IN HIGH WYCOMBE SCHOOLS
In a disturbing case that has shocked the community, Angus Blackmore, a 59-year-old headteacher from Tylers Green, has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of sexually assaulting two young female pupils with special educational needs.The assaults took place at two different schools located in High Wycombe between the years 2015 and 2018, revealing a pattern of predatory behavior over several years.
Blackmore, who was once regarded by colleagues and community members as a dedicated and respectable educator, used his position of authority to isolate and groom the vulnerable girls.
Both victims were under the age of 13 and had special needs, making them particularly susceptible to manipulation.
The court heard that Blackmore’s misconduct was not limited to physical assaults; he also engaged in viewing child abuse images and video clips on his school-issued laptop.
During the trial, he attempted to shift blame for the inappropriate images onto his children, who supported him during the proceedings at Aylesbury Crown Court in Buckinghamshire.
The incidents came to light when a colleague observed one of the assaults, prompting an investigation that uncovered the extent of Blackmore’s misconduct.
The trial revealed that he had exploited his role as an educator to gain the trust of the girls, ultimately leading to the abuse.
Despite his attempts to deny or minimize his actions, the evidence against him was overwhelming.
Judge Jonathan Cooper, presiding over the case at Aylesbury Crown Court, delivered a stern sentence, emphasizing the betrayal of trust involved in the crimes.
In his remarks, the judge acknowledged that Blackmore had been described by many as a good character, a model teacher, a devoted father, and a friendly colleague.
However, he pointed out that these character references were misleading, as they concealed a double life that involved a disturbing sexual interest in primary school-aged girls.
Blackmore was convicted on four counts of sexual assault and was subsequently sentenced to four and a half years in prison.
His conviction and sentencing serve as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding vulnerable children and the devastating impact of abuse by those in positions of authority.
