PETER WOOD JAILED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT IN SILLOTH

In a recent court ruling at Carlisle Crown Court, Peter Wood, a 53-year-old man with no fixed address, was sentenced to a two-year prison term after admitting to a sexual assault involving a schoolgirl in Silloth. The incident, which took place in June 2023, prompted a thorough investigation by authorities, leading to Wood's arrest and subsequent prosecution.

During the court proceedings on September 1st, it was established that Wood engaged in non-penetrative sexual activity with a minor, an act that has been classified as a serious child sex offence. The court's decision reflects the gravity of the crime and the need to protect vulnerable minors from such harmful conduct.

In addition to his prison sentence, Peter Wood is mandated to register with the police for a period of ten years under the Sexual Offences Act 2003. This registration requirement is part of ongoing efforts to monitor individuals convicted of sexual offences and prevent further harm.

Furthermore, Wood is subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) for ten years. This order imposes restrictions on his activities and movements, aiming to minimize any risk of reoffending and to safeguard the community of Silloth and surrounding areas from potential danger.