RONALD BOUSTRED FROM TROWBRIDGE CLEARED OF MOLESTATION IN GLOUCESTER COURT

In a recent court ruling, Ronald Boustred, a man with a known criminal history from Trowbridge, was found not guilty of the charges brought against him involving a 14-year-old girl. The incident in question allegedly took place at a charity shop in Gloucester, where Boustred was employed at the time.

The case, which concluded at Gloucester Crown Court, saw a jury deliberate for three hours before reaching a verdict of acquittal. Boustred, aged 52 and residing at The Halve in Trowbridge, had been accused of molesting the young girl while he was working at an Age Concern branch in Gloucester. Despite the serious nature of the allegations, Boustred maintained his innocence, denying any sexual contact or inappropriate behavior towards the schoolgirl.

During the proceedings, the court was informed of Boustred’s prior convictions related to sexual offenses involving minors. It was revealed that he had previous convictions for engaging in sexual activities with two underage girls and for sexually abusing a third minor. These details were presented under the new criminal law, which emphasizes the relevance of a defendant’s criminal history in such cases.

The jury’s decision to clear Boustred underscores the complexity of the case, especially given his criminal background. The court’s verdict highlights the importance of thorough evidence evaluation and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty. The case has attracted significant attention in Trowbridge and Gloucester, raising ongoing discussions about criminal justice and the treatment of repeat offenders in society.