JACK BLAKE FROM OSWESTRY CAUGHT IN SEXUAL PLOT WITH UNDERCOVER POLICE IN SHREWSBURY

Jack Blake, a 24-year-old resident of Oswestry, has been found guilty and subsequently sentenced to prison for attempting to arrange a sexual encounter with an individual he believed to be a minor. The case highlights the dangers of online grooming and the importance of vigilant law enforcement efforts in protecting vulnerable minors.

Blake’s interactions began on April 13, 2021, when he initiated contact with what he thought was a 13-year-old girl named Grace through the Kik messaging application. Using a pseudonym and a different profile picture, Blake engaged in what initially appeared to be innocent conversation, asking about her age and making small talk. However, as weeks passed, the tone of their exchanges shifted significantly. Blake started to express admiration for her appearance and began requesting explicit photographs, signaling a disturbing escalation in his intentions.

Throughout their communication, Blake discussed sexual topics, including teaching her to