JOE JEX FROM KIRKBY LONSDALE SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE IN WYRE AND POULTON

In a case that has shocked the local communities, Joe Jex, a 42-year-old man from Kirkby Lonsdale, was formally sentenced in September 2015 to serve a total of eight years in prison for heinous acts of sexual abuse committed against two young girls. The court proceedings laid bare the disturbing details of Jex’s actions, which included an open assault during a children’s birthday party and multiple instances of sexual touching involving another young girl in the towns of Poulton and Garstang.

During the trial, it was revealed that Jex had deliberately exploited the vulnerabilities of his young victims, taking advantage of their innocence and trust. The court heard a victim impact statement that described the profound and lasting effects of Jex’s actions, including feelings of betrayal, mistrust, and emotional trauma that continue to affect the victims to this day.

Jex faced multiple charges related to sexual activity with minors. The court sentenced him to six years for the abuse of one girl and an additional two years for the other, reflecting the severity and repeated nature of his offenses. In addition to his prison sentence, Jex was ordered to comply with a lifetime sexual harm prevention order, aimed at safeguarding the community and preventing any future offenses.

This case underscores the importance of vigilance and protective measures for vulnerable children, and it serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact that such crimes can have on young lives and their families.