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JULIAN MYERSCOUGH LOWESTOFT AND ROMANIA CHILD SEX OFFENDER SENTENCED TO 21 YEARS
In a case that has shocked the community of Lowestoft and garnered national attention, Julian Myerscough, a 57-year-old former university lecturer, has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term of 21 years for a series of heinous child sex offenses. The conviction follows a comprehensive two-week trial during which Myerscough was found guilty of 11 separate charges, including two counts of raping a child under the age of 13. The crimes spanned nearly a decade, from 2001 to 2010, and involved three young girls who suffered at his hands.During the sentencing hearing, Myerscough, who was formerly based in Lowestoft but originally hailed from Bolton, was also subjected to an extended license period of five years. This means that upon release, he will be under strict supervision for an additional five years, and he will not be eligible for parole until he has served at least 14 years of his sentence. The severity of his crimes and the danger he poses to society were emphasized by the judge, who made it clear that Myerscough’s actions were both 'dangerous' and 'evil.'
One of the victims, addressing Myerscough directly, stated, “You are too blind to see the monster you’ve become,” highlighting the profound impact of his abuse. Another victim expressed her despair, saying, “I don’t think you will ever understand the true evil of your actions,” underscoring the lasting trauma inflicted by Myerscough.
Myerscough’s criminal history is extensive. He had previously served time in 2010 and 2017 for possessing indecent images of children. His 2017 conviction was complicated by his flight from justice; he absconded during a trial in 2015, fleeing first to Ireland. He was subsequently arrested there two days later, but spent two years fighting extradition efforts before the High Court in Dublin ordered his return to the UK. Myerscough’s international flight did not end there; he later traveled to Romania, where he was arrested in August. Following the Romanian courts’ approval of his extradition, he was brought back to the United Kingdom to face further charges.
In the recent trial, Myerscough was found guilty of multiple serious offenses, including two counts of raping a child under 13, four counts of indecent assault, four counts of sexual assault, and one count of ill-treating a child to cause unnecessary suffering. The evidence presented painted a disturbing picture of a man who exploited his position and trust to commit these acts over a prolonged period.
Throughout the proceedings, Myerscough maintained a defiant attitude, describing the allegations as “impossible” and “fantastic.” He attempted to dismiss the evidence, claiming that the images found on his computer in 2009 were “hidden” and belonged to someone else. His behavior during the trial was marked by attempts to evade responsibility, including walking out of court in 2015 while the jury was deliberating. He was detained in Dublin but was released after a lengthy legal battle, which included multiple appeals against extradition.
Myerscough’s criminal record also includes a conviction in December 2010, when he was sentenced to 15 months in prison for downloading over 1,200 indecent images of children. The judge at Ipswich Crown Court described the material as indicative of a long-standing interest in child exploitation, with many images depicting children under the age of 12. Myerscough’s possession of such material was deemed highly aggravating, and he was ordered to sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for ten years and subject to a Sexual Offences Prevention Order.
His repeated attempts to evade justice have included fleeing court during proceedings, traveling across borders, and challenging extradition efforts through multiple appeals. Despite these obstacles, law enforcement agencies, including the National Crime Agency and Irish police, persisted in their efforts to bring him to justice. His latest arrest in Romania in August followed a European Arrest Warrant, and he was extradited back to the UK to face the charges.
Detective Sergeant Simon Fitch, of the Protecting Vulnerable People Directorate, expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating, “Julian Myerscough is a convicted sexual offender, and I am pleased that he has finally been sentenced. Despite his attempts to avoid responsibility, justice has caught up with him.” He also emphasized the ongoing efforts to ensure Myerscough serves his sentence, despite his current freedom status in Ireland, which was granted after the Dublin High Court deemed his detention there unlawful due to delays and procedural issues.
Myerscough’s case is a stark reminder of the persistent danger posed by individuals with a history of child exploitation and the importance of international cooperation in bringing such offenders to justice. His lengthy sentence aims to protect the community and serve as a deterrent to others who might consider similar crimes.