LEEROY LE GALLAIS SHOCKS GUERNSEY AND ST PETER PORT WITH HORSE SEX CRIME
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Guernsey St Peter Port Sexual Abuser
In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Guernsey and the town of St Peter Port, Leeroy Le Gallais, aged 46, was convicted of heinous acts involving a horse at a local stable. The incidents took place over a span of several months, with the first occurrence dating back to October 2007, and the second, more egregious attack occurring on April 25 of the following year.
Le Gallais's first assault was carried out secretly within the confines of a stable, where he used an upturned water bucket as a makeshift stool to perform sexual acts on a horse named Calico. The owner of the animal, Michael Wortley, discovered the aftermath of this disturbing incident when he found Calico in a stressed state, with his back rug disturbed and a pair of discarded underwear nearby. The court was informed that during this initial attack, Le Gallais left behind his underwear at the scene, which contributed to his eventual identification.
Despite being sentenced to a three-year probation order following this first incident, Le Gallais did not cease his troubling behavior. Instead, just a few months later, he returned to the same stable in Guernsey to commit the same grave offense against Calico. On the night of April 25, 2008, Michael Wortley checked on his 20-year-old bay gelding at approximately 6:30 pm. Calico was covered with a blanket, which was in place when Mr. Wortley last checked, but the following morning, the blanket was found on the stable floor. An outside mounting stool had been taken inside the stable, raising immediate suspicion among the police that Le Gallais was responsible for the second attack.
Following this second assault, Calico exhibited signs of extreme stress, notably 'box walking,' a behavior where the horse moves sideways within its enclosure, indicating distress and trauma. The police quickly linked Le Gallais to the crime, especially after forensic samples were collected from the scene. When questioned, Le Gallais initially denied any involvement but later admitted to visiting the stable, citing a possible sexual urge as the motive. He explained to the court that he had been drinking at a restaurant and a bar before ending up at the stable, where he engaged in the disturbing act.
Le Gallais, a resident of St Peter Port, Guernsey, was brought before the Royal Court and pleaded guilty to charges of having sexual contact with a horse. His admission led to a sentencing of three years in prison. During the court proceedings, he stated, “I had a few beers, I went to the stable and interfered with the horse.” His defense lawyer, Sara Mallett, highlighted that Le Gallais had cooperated with authorities and had pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity. She also pointed out that he suffered from learning difficulties, with a very low IQ, which may have contributed to his behavior, possibly rooted in childhood incidents.
The court also heard about Le Gallais’s troubling past, which included previous sexual offenses such as indecent exposure to girls and inciting an 11-year-old to commit a gross act of indecency. The judge, Russell Finch, emphasized the severity of the crimes, describing them as “revolting” and “repugnant to all right-thinking people.”
In addition to his prison sentence, Le Gallais was subjected to a five-year probation period following his release, with the court noting that his breach of the initial probation order was an aggravating factor. The case has left a lasting impact on the local community, raising concerns about animal welfare and the safety of individuals in the area of Guernsey and St Peter Port.
Le Gallais's first assault was carried out secretly within the confines of a stable, where he used an upturned water bucket as a makeshift stool to perform sexual acts on a horse named Calico. The owner of the animal, Michael Wortley, discovered the aftermath of this disturbing incident when he found Calico in a stressed state, with his back rug disturbed and a pair of discarded underwear nearby. The court was informed that during this initial attack, Le Gallais left behind his underwear at the scene, which contributed to his eventual identification.
Despite being sentenced to a three-year probation order following this first incident, Le Gallais did not cease his troubling behavior. Instead, just a few months later, he returned to the same stable in Guernsey to commit the same grave offense against Calico. On the night of April 25, 2008, Michael Wortley checked on his 20-year-old bay gelding at approximately 6:30 pm. Calico was covered with a blanket, which was in place when Mr. Wortley last checked, but the following morning, the blanket was found on the stable floor. An outside mounting stool had been taken inside the stable, raising immediate suspicion among the police that Le Gallais was responsible for the second attack.
Following this second assault, Calico exhibited signs of extreme stress, notably 'box walking,' a behavior where the horse moves sideways within its enclosure, indicating distress and trauma. The police quickly linked Le Gallais to the crime, especially after forensic samples were collected from the scene. When questioned, Le Gallais initially denied any involvement but later admitted to visiting the stable, citing a possible sexual urge as the motive. He explained to the court that he had been drinking at a restaurant and a bar before ending up at the stable, where he engaged in the disturbing act.
Le Gallais, a resident of St Peter Port, Guernsey, was brought before the Royal Court and pleaded guilty to charges of having sexual contact with a horse. His admission led to a sentencing of three years in prison. During the court proceedings, he stated, “I had a few beers, I went to the stable and interfered with the horse.” His defense lawyer, Sara Mallett, highlighted that Le Gallais had cooperated with authorities and had pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity. She also pointed out that he suffered from learning difficulties, with a very low IQ, which may have contributed to his behavior, possibly rooted in childhood incidents.
The court also heard about Le Gallais’s troubling past, which included previous sexual offenses such as indecent exposure to girls and inciting an 11-year-old to commit a gross act of indecency. The judge, Russell Finch, emphasized the severity of the crimes, describing them as “revolting” and “repugnant to all right-thinking people.”
In addition to his prison sentence, Le Gallais was subjected to a five-year probation period following his release, with the court noting that his breach of the initial probation order was an aggravating factor. The case has left a lasting impact on the local community, raising concerns about animal welfare and the safety of individuals in the area of Guernsey and St Peter Port.