PERRY LEWIS OF WEAVERHAM JAILED FOR CHILD ABUSE IMAGES IN CHESTER COURT

In a serious case that highlights the ongoing fight against child exploitation, Perry Lewis, a resident of Weaverham, was sentenced to a year in prison after being found guilty of possessing a significant collection of illegal images. The 47-year-old, who resides on Walnut Avenue in Weaverham, was convicted of possessing a total of 527 images depicting child abuse, along with 1,667 images of extreme pornography. His arrest and subsequent conviction have sent a strong message about the importance of tackling such heinous crimes.

Lewis’s criminal activities came to light in June 2009 when police officers executed a warrant at his home. During the raid, authorities seized his computer, which was later examined by the Cheshire Police High Tech Crime Unit. Their investigation uncovered the disturbing collection of illicit images, confirming Lewis’s involvement in the possession of material that depicts child abuse and extreme pornography. The evidence was substantial enough to warrant a court appearance, and Lewis was brought before Chester Crown Court on March 24, where he pleaded guilty to the charges.

Following his conviction, the court imposed a series of stringent penalties aimed at preventing any future offenses. Lewis was sentenced to 12 months in prison, a punishment reflecting the gravity of his actions. Additionally, he was ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register for a period of ten years, ensuring that authorities can monitor his activities during that time. The court also issued a Sexual Offences Prevention Order that will remain in effect for ten years, restricting his behavior and access to certain environments.

Furthermore, Lewis was permanently barred from working with children, a measure designed to protect vulnerable minors from potential harm. Detective Sergeant Graham Slatter of the Cheshire Police emphasized the seriousness of such offenses, stating, “We regard people who view this sort of material as being complicit in the original abuse. The child victims are abused precisely because someone will eventually look at this type of image, and people who possess this type of material cannot distance themselves from that abuse. The sentence reflects the seriousness of this type of offence.”

Lewis’s case underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat child exploitation and the possession of illegal pornography, reinforcing the message that such crimes will be met with strict legal consequences.