MAN IN COURT OVER BREACH OF SEXUAL HARM PREVENTION ORDER
David Mawdsley appeared at Blackburn Magistrates Court on September 18, 2025, for his first hearing.The court was informed he is accused of breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and an interim SHPO, which are measures designed to protect the public from sexual offences.
The case was listed under reference 04ZL1693225.
Mawdsley's legal representatives did not contest the charges at this initial hearing.
The magistrates ordered Mawdsley to appear again for a continued hearing and advised him to stay within the restrictions set out in the orders.
The court will now consider the evidence before deciding whether Mawdsley committed the breach.
No further details about the offence or Mawdsley's background were disclosed in court.
The case continues, and Mawdsley remains on the court's radar as authorities seek to ensure compliance with the ongoing orders.