PETER STEINITZ FROM WREXHAM JAILED FOR SHOCKING SEXUAL BEHAVIOR IN WREXHAM
In July 2017, a disturbing incident involving Peter Steinitz, a known sex offender from Wrexham, came to light during a court hearing at Caernarfon Crown Court.The case revealed that Steinitz, aged 61, was caught on a mobile phone camera engaging in highly inappropriate conduct in a public setting within Wrexham.
The footage showed him with his hands down his trousers, an act that prompted outrage and disgust among witnesses present at the scene.
Steinitz’s history of sexual offences is extensive and troubling.
The court was informed that he had a long-standing record, with a total of 106 offences spanning over two decades.
His criminal history includes convictions for indecent exposure with the intent to cause distress, gross indecency, and violations of various sexual harm prevention orders.
Despite numerous opportunities to reform, Steinitz’s behaviour persisted, raising serious concerns about his ongoing risk to the public.
During the hearing, prosecutor James Coutts detailed the incident, explaining that Steinitz had approached and sat next to a group of women in Wrexham.
CCTV footage and mobile phone recordings captured the moment he engaged in his inappropriate actions, which were deemed a clear breach of the sexual harm prevention order he was subject to.
Witnesses and evidence painted a picture of a man with a disturbing pattern of sexual misconduct.
Judge Huw Rees did not take Steinitz’s actions lightly.
He emphasized that there was nothing trivial about the behaviour, which he described as revolting.
The judge also noted that Steinitz had made highly inappropriate comments about the effect that attractive women had on him, further underscoring his troubling attitude and lack of remorse.
Addressing Steinitz directly, Judge Rees stated, “You have a long and disturbing history of sexual offences and struggle to offer an explanation.” In light of the evidence and his criminal record, Steinitz was remanded in custody and subsequently sentenced to 20 months in prison.
The court’s decision reflects the seriousness with which such offences are regarded, especially given the defendant’s repeated breaches and failure to rehabilitate.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by authorities in managing individuals with a history of sexual offending, particularly in communities like Wrexham where such incidents can cause significant public concern.
