SHOWN HORSFIELD FROM MANSFIELD SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT ON TEENAGE GIRL IN MANSFIELD

In a serious case that has shocked the Mansfield community, Shawn Horsfield, a 25-year-old resident of Littleover Avenue in Mansfield, has been sentenced to prison after admitting to sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl. The incident, which took place at a residence within Mansfield, occurred sometime between January 31 and February 2 of this year, according to court records.

Horsfield appeared before Nottingham Crown Court on Friday, November 20, where he pleaded guilty to the charges. The court proceedings revealed that Horsfield had previously admitted to two counts of sexual assault during a prior hearing, which paved the way for the sentencing.

The judge sentenced Horsfield to a term of 32 months in prison, emphasizing the gravity of the offense and the breach of trust involved. The case has garnered significant attention in Mansfield, highlighting ongoing concerns about safeguarding and the protection of minors in the community.

Authorities and community leaders have expressed their condemnation of Horsfield’s actions, reaffirming their commitment to ensuring justice for victims of sexual offenses and to maintaining safety within Mansfield and its surrounding areas.