STEVEN PARKER FROM HYSON GREEN SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL OFFENSES INVOLVING TEENAGER IN NOTTINGHAM
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Hyson Green Child Sexual Abuser
In September 2010, a man named Steven Parker, residing in Hyson Green, was sentenced to four years in prison after being convicted of engaging in a criminal relationship with a 15-year-old girl. The case drew significant attention due to the emotional toll on the victim's family and the disturbing nature of the offenses committed.
Steven Parker, aged 44 at the time, initiated a relationship with the teenage girl towards the end of 2009. The relationship was kept secret from her family, but suspicions arose when her mother noticed unusual behavior and was informed that an older man had been seen kissing and following her daughter. Despite her questions, her daughter initially denied any inappropriate contact.
However, the situation escalated when, in the early hours of the following morning, the girl woke her mother and presented a handwritten note. The note revealed her distress and contained a chilling message: Parker had threatened to kill himself if she did not continue seeing him. The girl explained that Parker had told her he might harm himself if she refused to maintain their relationship. Her mother described her as sobbing uncontrollably as she read the note, prompting her to contact her brother and immediately report the matter to the police.
Her mother, who described her daughter as an intelligent young girl whose academic performance had noticeably declined, expressed her concern. She observed that her daughter's grades, which had previously been excellent, had dropped significantly, indicating emotional distress.
Following police involvement, the girl was interviewed and disclosed that she knew Parker and that they had been spending time together. This led to Parker's arrest and subsequent charges, which included five counts of sexual activity with a female under 16 and one count of causing or inciting a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity. In June, at Nottingham Crown Court, Parker pleaded guilty to all charges. He was granted bail with the condition that he not contact his victim pending sentencing.
Despite the court's order, the victim's family became suspicious when they received a phone call indicating Parker was still in contact with their daughter. They followed her after she finished school and observed her entering a white Rover driven by Parker. As Parker drove off at high speed with the girl in the front seat, her mother called the police. The situation escalated when Parker was involved in a dangerous driving incident, mounting the pavement and colliding with another vehicle to avoid a traffic stop.
He was subsequently arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including failing to notify the police of a change of address as required by the sex offenders' register, taking a child without lawful authority, and dangerous driving. Parker pleaded guilty to these charges in August. The court, presided over by Recorder Peter Joyce QC, sentenced him to four years in prison and disqualified him from driving for two years. Additionally, Parker was placed under a sexual offences prevention order and required to register as a sex offender.
The judge condemned Parker's actions, stating, "When seen by the family, you drove your vehicle away from those who had witnessed you picking the girl up. It demonstrated complete contempt for the court's order to stay away from her, and you were prepared to continue your self-indulgent behavior regarding this child." The court also highlighted that Parker had manipulated the girl, blackmailing her with threats of self-harm to continue their relationship.
During the hearing, defense lawyer Adrian Langdale explained that Parker's offending occurred amidst the breakdown of his 17-year marriage, which resulted in him losing his job and home. He emphasized that there was no coercion or threats involved in the offenses, and that taking a child without lawful authority was a single act.
Detective Constable Gina Farrell commented on the case, stating, "Parker groomed this teenage girl for his own sexual gratification without regard for the long-lasting emotional and physical harm he caused her."
Graham Roberts, principal at Bulwell Academy, revealed that Parker had worked as a security guard at the school gates for three days in November 2009. Roberts expressed concern about safeguarding students and confirmed that all necessary checks were conducted on employees. However, he noted that the school was unaware of Parker's criminal behavior at the time and had requested his replacement after becoming dissatisfied with his performance.
Further details from Rose Security, the company that employed Parker, indicated that he worked for them for four months. The company stated that Parker worked at the school for only five days and that no complaints about his conduct had been received prior to his arrest. Once the allegations surfaced, Parker was suspended and later dismissed. The company confirmed that Parker had been vetted through a CRB check and held a Security Industry Authority license, which qualified him to work as a security officer, including access to vulnerable individuals. However, the case underscores the importance of thorough background checks and vigilance in safeguarding environments.
Steven Parker, aged 44 at the time, initiated a relationship with the teenage girl towards the end of 2009. The relationship was kept secret from her family, but suspicions arose when her mother noticed unusual behavior and was informed that an older man had been seen kissing and following her daughter. Despite her questions, her daughter initially denied any inappropriate contact.
However, the situation escalated when, in the early hours of the following morning, the girl woke her mother and presented a handwritten note. The note revealed her distress and contained a chilling message: Parker had threatened to kill himself if she did not continue seeing him. The girl explained that Parker had told her he might harm himself if she refused to maintain their relationship. Her mother described her as sobbing uncontrollably as she read the note, prompting her to contact her brother and immediately report the matter to the police.
Her mother, who described her daughter as an intelligent young girl whose academic performance had noticeably declined, expressed her concern. She observed that her daughter's grades, which had previously been excellent, had dropped significantly, indicating emotional distress.
Following police involvement, the girl was interviewed and disclosed that she knew Parker and that they had been spending time together. This led to Parker's arrest and subsequent charges, which included five counts of sexual activity with a female under 16 and one count of causing or inciting a child under 16 to engage in sexual activity. In June, at Nottingham Crown Court, Parker pleaded guilty to all charges. He was granted bail with the condition that he not contact his victim pending sentencing.
Despite the court's order, the victim's family became suspicious when they received a phone call indicating Parker was still in contact with their daughter. They followed her after she finished school and observed her entering a white Rover driven by Parker. As Parker drove off at high speed with the girl in the front seat, her mother called the police. The situation escalated when Parker was involved in a dangerous driving incident, mounting the pavement and colliding with another vehicle to avoid a traffic stop.
He was subsequently arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including failing to notify the police of a change of address as required by the sex offenders' register, taking a child without lawful authority, and dangerous driving. Parker pleaded guilty to these charges in August. The court, presided over by Recorder Peter Joyce QC, sentenced him to four years in prison and disqualified him from driving for two years. Additionally, Parker was placed under a sexual offences prevention order and required to register as a sex offender.
The judge condemned Parker's actions, stating, "When seen by the family, you drove your vehicle away from those who had witnessed you picking the girl up. It demonstrated complete contempt for the court's order to stay away from her, and you were prepared to continue your self-indulgent behavior regarding this child." The court also highlighted that Parker had manipulated the girl, blackmailing her with threats of self-harm to continue their relationship.
During the hearing, defense lawyer Adrian Langdale explained that Parker's offending occurred amidst the breakdown of his 17-year marriage, which resulted in him losing his job and home. He emphasized that there was no coercion or threats involved in the offenses, and that taking a child without lawful authority was a single act.
Detective Constable Gina Farrell commented on the case, stating, "Parker groomed this teenage girl for his own sexual gratification without regard for the long-lasting emotional and physical harm he caused her."
Graham Roberts, principal at Bulwell Academy, revealed that Parker had worked as a security guard at the school gates for three days in November 2009. Roberts expressed concern about safeguarding students and confirmed that all necessary checks were conducted on employees. However, he noted that the school was unaware of Parker's criminal behavior at the time and had requested his replacement after becoming dissatisfied with his performance.
Further details from Rose Security, the company that employed Parker, indicated that he worked for them for four months. The company stated that Parker worked at the school for only five days and that no complaints about his conduct had been received prior to his arrest. Once the allegations surfaced, Parker was suspended and later dismissed. The company confirmed that Parker had been vetted through a CRB check and held a Security Industry Authority license, which qualified him to work as a security officer, including access to vulnerable individuals. However, the case underscores the importance of thorough background checks and vigilance in safeguarding environments.