JONATHAN SIMPSON FROM WIVELISCOMBE JAILED FOR SEXUAL OFFENSE NEAR GRAVEYARD IN SOMERSET

In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Wiveliscombe, Somerset, 21-year-old Jonathan Simpson was sentenced to prison for engaging in sexual activity with a 13-year-old girl under highly inappropriate circumstances. The incident took place on a somber day, the second anniversary of the girl’s mother’s death, and occurred just yards from her mother’s grave.

According to court reports, Simpson met the young girl at a fireworks party held in the area. During the gathering, he took advantage of her vulnerable state, as she was visibly upset and intoxicated. He approached her under the pretense of offering comfort, but the situation quickly escalated. Simpson then engaged in sexual activity with the girl on two separate occasions, an act that has been described as both exploitative and deeply troubling.

Following the incident, Simpson callously discarded her clothing, leaving her in a distressed state. Instead of showing remorse, he returned to the party and was overheard boasting about his actions, reportedly saying he had “just got laid.” This brazen behavior further compounded the severity of his misconduct.

Simpson, who has a criminal history, previously received convictions for two counts of indecent assault on a 14-year-old girl in April 2002. At that time, he was given a community rehabilitation order, but this recent offense has resulted in a much harsher penalty. At Taunton Crown Court, Simpson pleaded guilty to charges of sexual activity with a child and was sentenced to a minimum of 18 months in prison.

In addition to his jail term, the court mandated that Simpson register as a sex offender for life, ensuring ongoing monitoring of his activities. The case has sparked widespread concern within the local community, highlighting the importance of safeguarding vulnerable minors and the need for strict legal consequences for such heinous acts.