JACK PLATT FROM SHAW SENTENCED TO SEVEN YEARS FOR CHILD SEX OFFENSES IN MANCHESTER

In August 2010, a man from Shaw, identified as Jack Platt, was sentenced to a prison term of seven years at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. The court heard that Platt, aged 63 and residing on Scowcroft Lane, had pleaded guilty to a series of serious charges involving the exploitation of a minor.

Specifically, he was convicted on 17 counts of engaging in sexual activities with a child, a crime that highlights the severity of his actions and the threat posed to the safety and well-being of the young victim involved. In addition to these charges, Platt faced a further count related to the creation and distribution of indecent images of a child, specifically a moving image, which is considered a grave offense under the law.

Following his conviction, the court also ordered Jack Platt to be placed on the sex offenders’ register for an indefinite period. This measure is intended to monitor his activities and prevent any potential future offenses, reflecting the serious nature of his crimes and the ongoing concern for public safety in the community of Shaw and beyond.

His sentencing underscores the judicial system’s commitment to punishing those who commit sexual offenses against minors and to safeguarding vulnerable individuals from exploitation and abuse.