NEIL PEARSON FROM BRIXHAM AND DENHOLME SENTENCED FOR SEX OFFENCES INVOLVING BOY

Neil Pearson, a man aged 50, has been handed a sentence of one year in prison, which has been suspended for a period of two years, following his admission to six counts of indecency with a young boy dating back to the mid-1990s. Pearson, who currently resides in Brixham, was previously known to the victim, having befriended him when the boy was approximately 12 or 13 years old.

The victim, whose identity remains protected, reported the abuse many years after the incidents occurred, bringing the case to the attention of authorities. Pearson’s background includes caring for his elderly parents, a detail that was noted during the court proceedings. Despite his remorse expressed during the trial, the court underscored the gravity of the offences committed.

As part of his sentencing, Pearson was ordered to participate in a sex offender treatment program and to remain under supervision for a specified period. The court also took into account his prior good character, which was considered a mitigating factor in the case. The case highlights the long-lasting impact of abuse and the importance of justice being served, regardless of the passage of time.