JEFFREY SCOTT FROM BOLDON COLLIERY SENT BACK TO PRISON FOR SEXUAL OFFENSES

In a recent development at Newcastle Crown Court, Jeffrey Scott, a 45-year-old man from Boldon Colliery, has been remanded back into custody following a conviction for a sexual assault that occurred shortly after his release from prison. The incident involved a 15-year-old girl, and the case has once again brought to light the troubling history of Scott's criminal activities.

According to court reports, Scott admitted to indecently assaulting the young girl at a residence in Boldon Colliery, South Tyneside, on June 2 of the previous year. The assault was reported by the victim the following morning, prompting immediate police action. When officers arrived, Scott was detained, but he chose to remain silent during police questioning, offering no explanations for his actions. Subsequently, he was formally charged with indecent assault.

It was revealed during the proceedings that Scott had previously served a three-year prison sentence for similar offences involving two young girls aged ten. His criminal record and history of sexual offences have cast a long shadow over his recent actions, raising concerns about his ongoing risk to the community.

Lawyers representing Scott argued that his behaviour might have been influenced by deep-seated paranoia. They explained that Scott believed he was being persecuted by neighbors who had discovered his past offences, which they claimed contributed to his recent misconduct. His legal team emphasized that Scott recognizes his condition as a sickness that requires treatment, but they also highlighted the impact of what they described as relentless harassment.

During the hearing, Scott remained silent, bowing his head throughout the proceedings and only speaking to confirm his identity. Prosecutor Anthony Hawkes detailed the gravity of the case, emphasizing the seriousness of the assault and the need for appropriate sentencing.

Judge Michael Cartlidge sentenced Scott to a total of three years in prison. Additionally, he was ordered to undergo four years of supervised release following his imprisonment. The court also mandated that Scott serve the remaining eight months of his previous sentence, which was not yet completed at the time of this offence. Furthermore, Scott is required to inform police of any change of address in the future, as part of his ongoing obligations on the sex offenders' register.

Scott’s case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by the justice system in managing repeat offenders, especially those with a history of sexual crimes involving minors. His return to incarceration marks a significant step in the efforts to protect vulnerable members of the community from potential harm.