INGOL MAN ROBERT WEIR SENTENCED TO 12 YEARS FOR RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT IN PRESTON

In a case that has shocked the local community, Robert Weir, a 37-year-old man from Ingol, has been sentenced to a significant prison term after being found guilty of heinous sexual offenses involving a young girl. The incident, which took place in 2012, involved the grooming and subsequent assault of a 12-year-old girl, leading to a lengthy legal process culminating in a conviction at Preston Crown Court.

Weir, who resides on Greenfield Way in Ingol, pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual touching during the trial. The court heard that he had engaged in a pattern of grooming the young victim over an extended period before the assault occurred. The details of the case revealed a disturbing sequence of events that culminated in the rape and sexual assault, leaving the community and the victim’s family deeply affected.

Following the sentencing, Det Sgt Steve Ryder expressed his satisfaction with the jury’s verdict and the severity of the sentence handed down. He emphasized the rarity of such offenses in the Preston area and reassured the public that law enforcement agencies are committed to pursuing justice in these cases. Ryder also highlighted the efforts of specially trained officers who worked closely with the victim, ensuring she received the necessary support through various partner agencies.

As part of his punishment, Robert Weir has been placed on the sex offenders’ register for life, a measure designed to monitor and prevent any future offenses. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and the ongoing efforts of authorities to protect vulnerable members of the community from sexual predators.