LEWIS DAVIES FROM YSTRADGYNLAIS ESCAPES PRISON AFTER VIEWING CHILD ABUSE VIDEOS IN SHOCKING CASE
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Ystradgynlais Rapist
In a disturbing case that has sent shockwaves through the community of Ystradgynlais, Lewis Davies, a 24-year-old man, was found to have engaged in the possession and viewing of highly disturbing and illegal material involving the sexual abuse of children. The incident came to light after authorities conducted a search at his residence in Ystradgynlais on the morning of January 16, 2019.
Officers from the police force executed a warrant at Davies' home, located on Midland Terrace in the Gurnos area of Ystradgynlais, shortly before 8am. During the search, a variety of electronic devices were seized, including a computer hard drive and other digital storage media. The investigation revealed a horrifying collection of illegal content stored on his devices.
Among the material uncovered were a total of 91 videos and images classified as Category A, which is designated for the most severe and extreme forms of sexual abuse involving children. Additionally, police found 30 items in Category B and 62 in Category C, along with 68 images of extreme adult pornography. One particularly disturbing discovery was a compilation video that contained clips of babies and toddlers being raped by adult men. Some of these clips depicted children in obvious distress, highlighting the severity and depravity of the material.
Prosecutor Ashanti-Jade Walton told Swansea Crown Court that the authorities' investigation was initiated after the search warrant was executed. During police interviews, Davies admitted to downloading and saving the illegal material but denied deriving any sexual gratification from viewing it. Despite his claims, the evidence found on his devices painted a different picture of his involvement.
Lewis Davies, who resides in Gurnos, Ystradgynlais, was charged with possession of indecent images and possession of extreme pornographic material. It was noted that he has no prior criminal convictions. The court heard that Davies had no previous record, which may have influenced the sentencing decision.
In a sentencing hearing, Davies was given a sentence of eight months in prison, but this sentence was suspended for two years. As part of his rehabilitation, he was ordered to complete a Horizon sex offenders course and a further rehabilitation program. Additionally, he was placed under a 10-year sexual harm prevention order, restricting his access to certain online content and activities.
The judge expressed concern over the delay in prosecuting the case and requested a written explanation from the police within seven days regarding the reasons for the prolonged process. The case has raised serious questions about the handling and urgency of such investigations, emphasizing the importance of swift action in protecting vulnerable children and preventing further harm.
Officers from the police force executed a warrant at Davies' home, located on Midland Terrace in the Gurnos area of Ystradgynlais, shortly before 8am. During the search, a variety of electronic devices were seized, including a computer hard drive and other digital storage media. The investigation revealed a horrifying collection of illegal content stored on his devices.
Among the material uncovered were a total of 91 videos and images classified as Category A, which is designated for the most severe and extreme forms of sexual abuse involving children. Additionally, police found 30 items in Category B and 62 in Category C, along with 68 images of extreme adult pornography. One particularly disturbing discovery was a compilation video that contained clips of babies and toddlers being raped by adult men. Some of these clips depicted children in obvious distress, highlighting the severity and depravity of the material.
Prosecutor Ashanti-Jade Walton told Swansea Crown Court that the authorities' investigation was initiated after the search warrant was executed. During police interviews, Davies admitted to downloading and saving the illegal material but denied deriving any sexual gratification from viewing it. Despite his claims, the evidence found on his devices painted a different picture of his involvement.
Lewis Davies, who resides in Gurnos, Ystradgynlais, was charged with possession of indecent images and possession of extreme pornographic material. It was noted that he has no prior criminal convictions. The court heard that Davies had no previous record, which may have influenced the sentencing decision.
In a sentencing hearing, Davies was given a sentence of eight months in prison, but this sentence was suspended for two years. As part of his rehabilitation, he was ordered to complete a Horizon sex offenders course and a further rehabilitation program. Additionally, he was placed under a 10-year sexual harm prevention order, restricting his access to certain online content and activities.
The judge expressed concern over the delay in prosecuting the case and requested a written explanation from the police within seven days regarding the reasons for the prolonged process. The case has raised serious questions about the handling and urgency of such investigations, emphasizing the importance of swift action in protecting vulnerable children and preventing further harm.