COLIN STRATTON FROM SHRIVENHAM FACES SERIOUS SEXUAL OFFENSES IN SWINDON
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Shrivenham Sexual Abuser
In October 2014, a disturbing case involving Colin Stratton, a resident of Shrivenham, came before Swindon Crown Court, revealing a pattern of prolonged sexual abuse against a young boy. The allegations detailed that Stratton, now aged 56, had engaged in repeated acts of sexual misconduct over a span of more than six years, beginning when the victim was only 11 years old.
According to court proceedings, Stratton was convicted of multiple counts of indecent assault and indecency with a child. Specifically, he pleaded guilty to six counts of indecent assault and two counts of indecency with a child. The offenses reportedly took place between September 1989 and March 1996, with Stratton admitting to carrying out sexual acts on the boy in various locations, including his bedroom, his van, and the bathroom. These acts were described as occurring on numerous occasions over the years.
It was also revealed during the hearing that Stratton has a prior conviction for similar offenses. The court was informed that in the mid-1990s, specifically around 1997, he was convicted of abusing another young boy. Prosecutor Mike Meeke stated that the authorities would not pursue additional charges related to these earlier allegations, asserting that the court already possesses sufficient sentencing powers. He emphasized that the previous convictions involved similar conduct and took place in the same timeframe, further underscoring a pattern of offending behavior.
Defense counsel Mike Jeary requested that Stratton be granted bail prior to sentencing, citing the defendant’s difficult personal circumstances. Jeary explained that Stratton’s father was in poor health and that the family resided in social housing. The lawyer expressed concern that Stratton was in emotional turmoil due to his father’s condition and that he was eager to stay with him, fearing that a custodial sentence would leave his father without support and cause financial hardship.
Judge Tim Mousley QC considered the bail application carefully. While acknowledging that a custodial sentence was inevitable given the gravity of the offenses, the judge agreed to grant bail under specific conditions. Stratton was ordered not to contact witnesses or enter certain areas of Swindon. The case was adjourned to October 16, with the judge indicating that a significant prison term was likely, possibly involving an extended sentence due to the dangerousness of the offender. The judge emphasized that Stratton must reside at his current address and cooperate with probation services in preparing a report before sentencing.
In his remarks, Judge Mousley highlighted the serious nature of the crimes and the likelihood of a lengthy custodial sentence, reflecting the court’s view of the defendant’s risk to the public and the need for appropriate punishment and protection.
According to court proceedings, Stratton was convicted of multiple counts of indecent assault and indecency with a child. Specifically, he pleaded guilty to six counts of indecent assault and two counts of indecency with a child. The offenses reportedly took place between September 1989 and March 1996, with Stratton admitting to carrying out sexual acts on the boy in various locations, including his bedroom, his van, and the bathroom. These acts were described as occurring on numerous occasions over the years.
It was also revealed during the hearing that Stratton has a prior conviction for similar offenses. The court was informed that in the mid-1990s, specifically around 1997, he was convicted of abusing another young boy. Prosecutor Mike Meeke stated that the authorities would not pursue additional charges related to these earlier allegations, asserting that the court already possesses sufficient sentencing powers. He emphasized that the previous convictions involved similar conduct and took place in the same timeframe, further underscoring a pattern of offending behavior.
Defense counsel Mike Jeary requested that Stratton be granted bail prior to sentencing, citing the defendant’s difficult personal circumstances. Jeary explained that Stratton’s father was in poor health and that the family resided in social housing. The lawyer expressed concern that Stratton was in emotional turmoil due to his father’s condition and that he was eager to stay with him, fearing that a custodial sentence would leave his father without support and cause financial hardship.
Judge Tim Mousley QC considered the bail application carefully. While acknowledging that a custodial sentence was inevitable given the gravity of the offenses, the judge agreed to grant bail under specific conditions. Stratton was ordered not to contact witnesses or enter certain areas of Swindon. The case was adjourned to October 16, with the judge indicating that a significant prison term was likely, possibly involving an extended sentence due to the dangerousness of the offender. The judge emphasized that Stratton must reside at his current address and cooperate with probation services in preparing a report before sentencing.
In his remarks, Judge Mousley highlighted the serious nature of the crimes and the likelihood of a lengthy custodial sentence, reflecting the court’s view of the defendant’s risk to the public and the need for appropriate punishment and protection.