ROBERT HARDERN SENTENCED TO NINE YEARS IN PRISON FOR PAEDOPHILIA IN COLWYN BAY

In a case that has shocked the community of Colwyn Bay, Robert Hardern, aged 40, was sentenced to nine years behind bars after being found guilty of heinous sexual offenses involving a minor. The court heard that Hardern, who was arrested following disturbing allegations, had engaged in sexual activity with a young boy, during which he took explicit photographs using a mobile phone, further evidencing his predatory behavior.

Prosecutor Karl Scholz described Hardern’s conduct as displaying “a complete lack of remorse” during police interviews. When questioned by authorities, Hardern did not show any signs of regret for his actions. Instead, he admitted to engaging in sexual activity with a child, committing acts of gross indecency, and committing another serious sexual offense, details that painted a disturbing picture of his criminal behavior.

The presiding judge, Merfyn Hughes, addressed Hardern directly, stating, “The consequences to him will be far-reaching indeed,” emphasizing the severity of his crimes. As part of his sentence, Hardern was ordered to be prohibited from working with children in any capacity and is required to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life, a measure aimed at protecting the community from potential future offenses.

During the proceedings, Hardern’s defense lawyer, Simon Mintz, highlighted that his client had made “substantial admissions” regarding his guilt. A pre-sentence report indicated that Hardern showed some degree of remorse, acknowledging his guilt and recognizing the need for psychological help to address his behavior. However, the report did not diminish the gravity of his crimes.

It was also revealed that at one point during the investigation, Hardern claimed that the victim had propositioned him, a statement that was met with skepticism by the court. The case has left a lasting impact on the local community of Colwyn Bay, raising concerns about child safety and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable minors from predators.