IAN MOTTRAM FROM CHIRK BANK CAUGHT IN SHOCKING ONLINE SEX OFFENSES INVOLVING UNDERAGE GIRL

In a disturbing case that has sent shockwaves through the community of Chirk Bank, Ian Nicholas Mottram, aged 22, has pleaded guilty to serious charges involving a minor under the age of 13. The incident dates back to when Mottram was just 20 years old, and it involves the heinous act of engaging in sexual activities over the internet with a young girl, as well as coercing her into sending explicit photographs of herself.

According to court records, Mottram had initiated contact with the girl via Skype, where he behaved in a highly inappropriate manner. The conversations between them included sexually explicit discussions, with Mottram asking her to perform a sex act on herself while he watched through the webcam. The girl, who was underage, was also coerced into sending a nude photograph of herself to him. Fortunately, she did not comply fully with his demands but pretended to do so, which was a small act of resistance against his manipulative behavior.

During the proceedings at Mold Crown Court, Judge Rhys Rowlands addressed the court and expressed his concerns about the significant delay in bringing the case to trial. The case, which originated in 2013, had seen a lengthy investigation process. The judge criticized the delay, noting that the police first interviewed Mottram in August 2013 after the victim’s family discovered the inappropriate Facebook and Skype conversations. Despite this, the case did not proceed to court until November of the following year, with a lengthy analysis of Mottram’s electronic devices conducted by the hi-tech crime unit only completed in February 2014.

The judge also highlighted the emotional toll on the victim’s family, who were horrified upon discovering the extent of Mottram’s online misconduct. They promptly handed over the evidence to the police, which included the Facebook and Skype chat logs. The police investigation also revealed that Mottram had a pattern of seeking out younger individuals, as there were allegations of a previous relationship with another young girl and contact with the victim, which included discussions about meeting up and engaging in sexual activities. However, no physical contact was ever made, and the encounters were always in the presence of others.

In court, Mottram admitted to two counts of inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity, as well as engaging in sexual acts in front of a minor over the internet and possessing indecent images of the girl. The prosecution acknowledged that the case was unusual and not typical of similar offenses, partly due to the psychological profile of the defendant. A psychologist’s report linked his behavior directly to Asperger syndrome and other mental health conditions he suffers from.

Despite the gravity of the offenses, the court opted for a sentence that included a two-year prison term, which was wholly suspended. Additionally, Mottram was placed under supervision and required to participate in a one-to-one sex offender rehabilitation program. He was also subjected to a six-month tagged curfew from 8 pm to 7 am and ordered to register as a sex offender for ten years. Furthermore, a Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO) was issued for a period of ten years to restrict his activities and contact with minors.

During the proceedings, it was revealed that Mottram had breached his bail conditions by making contact with another girl aged 14, which he admitted after his arrest. The case underscores the importance of swift police action and the devastating impact such crimes have on victims and their families, especially when the offender’s psychological profile is taken into account. The court’s decision aims to balance justice with understanding of the defendant’s mental health issues, while also emphasizing the need for ongoing supervision and preventative measures to protect the community.