CALLUM DIMMOCK'S CRIMINAL REIGN IN RIBBLETON: CHILD RAPE AND FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SEX OFFENDER RULES

In July 2019, a serious breach of legal obligations by a convicted sex offender from Ribbleton has come to light, highlighting ongoing concerns about public safety and offender monitoring. Callum Dimmock, who previously served a six-year prison sentence for the heinous crime of raping a 12-year-old girl, has once again attracted attention for failing to adhere to the strict conditions imposed upon him as a registered sex offender.

Originally convicted in January 2008, Dimmock, then aged 19, was sentenced to six years in prison after admitting to the rape of a young girl. The court heard that Dimmock, who was 18 at the time, had arranged to meet the 12-year-old girl and her 15-year-old friend in the Grange Park area of Preston. During this encounter, the girl consumed a glass of cider, and later expressed fears of pregnancy to a friend. Her mother eventually discovered what had transpired, leading to police involvement. Dimmock, who was on bail for multiple other crimes including witness intimidation, pleaded guilty to the rape and additional charges such as aggravated vehicle taking, burglary, theft, and witness intimidation. The judge, Norman Wright, emphasized that although the sexual activity was deemed consensual, a girl of 12 could not legally give such consent, and he ordered Dimmock to serve his sentence in youth custody.

Fast forward to October 1 of the previous year, and Dimmock, now 30 and residing on Watling Street Road in Ribbleton, Preston, was found to have committed a further violation of his legal obligations. Despite being under the supervision of authorities, he failed to notify police in South Shields, near Newcastle, of a new address within the legally mandated three-day period. This oversight was considered a breach of his monitoring requirements as a registered sex offender. The court heard that Dimmock did not inform the authorities of his change of address, which is a mandatory legal duty for individuals in his position.

As a consequence of this failure, Dimmock was ordered to pay a fine of £266, along with a victim surcharge of £30 and an additional £85 towards prosecution costs. These penalties serve as a reminder of the strict monitoring rules that sex offenders must follow after their conviction, designed to protect the community and ensure compliance with legal obligations.

Throughout his criminal history, Dimmock has demonstrated a pattern of serious offenses and violations of the conditions set upon him. His case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement and judicial authorities in managing and supervising offenders, especially those convicted of crimes against minors. The community in Ribbleton and surrounding areas remains vigilant, aware of the importance of strict enforcement of these rules to prevent further harm and ensure public safety.