JACK BISHENDEN FROM TYDD ST MARY SENTENCED FOR MULTIPLE OFFENCES INVOLVING CHILDREN AND INDECENT IMAGES

In February 2017, Jack Bishenden, aged 19 and residing on Ibstock Close in Tydd St Mary, faced serious legal charges related to his conduct involving minors and possession of indecent images. The court found Bishenden guilty of multiple offences that highlighted a disturbing pattern of behavior.

One of the key charges against him was his failure to adhere to the terms set out by the Sexual Offences Act. Specifically, Bishenden did not notify the police of an alias name, which is a legal requirement for individuals with certain convictions or conditions. This breach of the law was taken seriously by the court, resulting in a four-month prison sentence. However, this sentence was not to be served immediately; it was suspended for two years, meaning Bishenden would not serve time unless he committed another offence within that period. Additionally, he was ordered to pay a fine of £115 and cover court costs amounting to £85.

Further charges involved communication or attempts to communicate with a child under the age of 16. This offence carried a similar penalty: a four-month prison sentence, which was to run consecutively to the first sentence. Like the previous sentence, it was suspended for two years, providing Bishenden with a conditional reprieve.

Another serious charge was possession of indecent images of children. This offence also resulted in a four-month prison sentence, to be served consecutively to the other two sentences, and was similarly suspended for two years. The court imposed a rehabilitation activity requirement on all three offences, emphasizing the importance of rehabilitative measures alongside the suspended sentences.

Overall, Bishenden’s case underscores the gravity of his actions and the legal system’s approach to dealing with offences involving minors and indecent material. The court’s decision to suspend the sentences indicates a focus on rehabilitation, but the conditions attached serve as a warning that any further misconduct could lead to immediate imprisonment.