STEPHEN STAGG FROM FISHPONDS JAILED FOR ABUSE OF 12-YEAR-OLD GIRL IN BRISTOL

In a case that has shocked the local community, Stephen Stagg, a man residing in Fishponds, was convicted of heinous crimes involving a young girl aged just 12. The incident, which took place in Bristol, has brought to light the disturbing actions of a man who exploited a vulnerable minor for his own depraved purposes.

Stagg, aged 34 at the time of the crimes, was living with two women in Little Stoke when he engaged in a series of criminal acts against his young victim. The court heard that he encouraged the girl to participate in sexual activities, involving all three of them in a disturbing and illegal encounter. The details of the case revealed a pattern of predatory behavior that left the community appalled.

Despite the gravity of his actions, Stagg was not present in court during his trial, having absconded in November 2003, just a month before he was scheduled to be sentenced. His absence did not prevent justice from being served, as he was later apprehended earlier this month. Following his arrest, he faced additional legal consequences for contempt of court, resulting in an extra four-month sentence for his failure to appear.

The court proceedings uncovered that Stagg was convicted in his absence of multiple serious charges, including indecent assault, unlawful sexual activity, and the possession of indecent images depicting his young victim. The jury was informed of the disturbing nature of his crimes, which involved not only sexual abuse but also the illegal collection of indecent images of a minor.

Judge Tom Crowther, QC, who presided over the case, expressed his condemnation of Stagg’s actions. He remarked that Stagg’s conduct was particularly egregious, noting that the defendant had engaged in unlawful sexual activity with the child. The judge also pointed out that Stagg was fortunate not to have been charged with rape, given the circumstances of his abuse.

Stagg’s case has left a lasting impact on the community of Fishponds and Bristol as a whole, highlighting the importance of vigilance and the need for justice in protecting vulnerable minors from predators. His sentencing serves as a stark reminder of the serious consequences faced by those who commit such reprehensible acts.