JAMES STRONG FROM COWGATE SENTENCED FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES IN NEWCASTLE

In September 2016, a man from Newcastle who was convicted of multiple sexual offences against a child was released from court with a suspended prison sentence. James Strong, aged 60 and residing in Cowgate, was found guilty of committing six indecent assaults on a young victim during a trial held at Newcastle Crown Court.

The offences took place in the West Denton area of Newcastle during the 1990s, a period during which the crimes were committed. The court proceedings revealed disturbing details of the incidents, which had remained undisclosed for years before being brought to justice.

Following the conviction, James Strong was sentenced to two years in prison, but the sentence was suspended, meaning he will not serve time unless he commits further offences within the suspension period. Additionally, he has been ordered to register as a sex offender for the next ten years, a measure intended to monitor his activities and prevent any potential future harm.

The case highlights ongoing concerns about child safety and the importance of justice for victims of sexual abuse, especially those who have endured abuse over extended periods and in familiar localities such as Cowgate and West Denton.