LIAM PRATT

In 2015, the Offender Database recorded that Liam Pratt, then 21, was sentenced to three years in prison for engaging in sexual activity with a 15-year-old girl.

On appearing at Ipswich Crown Court on 30 April 2015, the defendant—of Spenser Road, Ipswich, Suffolk—pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a child.

It was reported that Pratt met the girl at a party and provided her with cannabis before engaging in a sexual relationship that included a threesome with a man selected via Facebook.

The investigation established that while the sexual activity was described as consensual, the victim was uniquely vulnerable due to several health issues.

Suffolk Constabulary reported that Pratt continued the relationship even after becoming aware of the girl’s age.

The prosecution reported that the experience with Pratt contributed significantly to the victim’s ongoing difficulties.

The investigation established that although Pratt did not use drugs specifically to facilitate the crimes, his provision of cannabis to a minor was a factor in the case.

The court reported that Pratt should have walked away from the relationship the moment he realised the girl was only 15.

Ipswich Crown Court heard from the defence that Pratt was immature at the time and had lost his job at Felixstowe docks as a result of the proceedings.

The investigation established that the threesome was coordinated using social media, with the defendant and the victim both involved in selecting the third participant online.

Judge John Devaux noted that Pratt knew the victim’s age shortly after meeting her, if not on the first day.

For his actions in Suffolk, Pratt was handed the three-year custodial term.

The judge noted that the girl’s pre-existing health issues made her particularly susceptible to exploitation and that the defendant’s actions had a detrimental impact on her wellbeing.

Status and Statutory Requirements For the crimes reported in England, the status of Liam Pratt is as follows: Custodial Sentence: 3 years (Sentenced 2015).

Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements are active for life.

SOPO Status: Subject to a 7-year Sexual Offences Prevention Order.

Judicial Oversight: Sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court following a Suffolk Constabulary investigation.

Criminal Record: Sexual activity with a child (2 counts).

Origin: Spenser Road, Ipswich, Suffolk.