DAVID YOUNG FROM BLYTH JAILED FOR DECEIVING SOUTH TYNESIDE WOMAN AND ENDANGERING CHILDREN

In a case that has shocked the local community, David Young, a resident of Blyth, was sentenced to prison after he concealed his disturbing criminal past while engaging in a relationship with a woman from South Tyneside. The incident unfolded when Young, now 32 years old, initiated contact with the woman through online channels, establishing a personal connection without revealing the full extent of his criminal history.

It was later revealed that Young had previously served a 40-month prison sentence, handed down in 2013, for three separate charges involving sexual activity with a minor and two counts of assault. Despite this, he failed to disclose his past when forming a relationship with the woman, who was unaware of his history at the time.

The court heard that Young, who is on the sex offenders register for life, accompanied the woman and her child on a fishing trip and a visit to a park last summer. These outings appeared to be innocent at first, but the truth about Young’s background was eventually uncovered before a second planned trip could take place. The woman discovered the details of his criminal record and promptly reported her findings to the police.

In a statement read to the court, the woman expressed her shock and distress upon learning the truth. She stated, “I am completely shocked after finding out about his past, especially as he had been in contact with my child. I was sick at finding out about it. I felt I was used by him so he could get access to my child. I also feel scared now as he knows where I live and work. I am anxious he will try and find me if he’s released.”

Further investigations revealed that Young had breached a sexual harm prevention order, which was put in place to restrict his contact with minors, and had also failed to update his address details on the sex offender register within the required timeframe. These breaches compounded his legal troubles.

At the time of the offences, Young was serving a suspended sentence for a previous violation of the sexual harm prevention order, which involved communicating with an underage girl. His actions demonstrated a blatant disregard for the restrictions imposed on him.

Judge Tim Gittins sentenced Young to 28 months in prison, emphasizing the gravity of his breaches and the impact on the victim. The judge described the woman’s feelings as “sickened” and highlighted the danger posed by Young’s conduct. Addressing Young directly, the judge stated, “You engaged in a relationship with a lady that was based on you not telling her the truth about your circumstances. Despite the clear prohibitions for you to be in contact with any children, male or female, by virtue of the sexual harm prevention order, you took her and her child on a fishing trip and planned another but she became aware of the true position and your history. She was obviously deeply distressed, not least because of the fear of what you might have done towards her child.”

This case underscores the ongoing concerns about individuals with a history of sexual offences attempting to conceal their pasts and the potential risks posed to innocent victims and the community at large.