Man from Prescot jailed for child sex offences
A man from Prescot has been jailed for committing child sex offences which took place three years ago.
Finlay Rayner, 24 years, of Maple Grove, was sentenced on Wednesday 24 June to three years in prison after he pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a girl 13 to 15.
He has also been put on the Sexual Offenders Register indefinitely and a restraining order is in place to not contact the victim for 10 years.
Liverpool Crown Court heard that three years ago Rayner, who was 20 at the time, had messaged a 15-year-old girl on Snapchat initiating sexual intercourse and this developed into sexual activity.
In a victim impact statement she said: “Since the incident I struggle to be around men. This can be in any situation when men are in the room, I feel really panicky. This has also impacted my education as I have had to leave due to panic attacks during the day. I received counselling also for six months.
“Prior to this I would go out every day, at first I wouldn't go out at all, I go out more recently but nothing like I used to. I have a lot more stress in my life now, when I go out I feel unsafe and need to call someone when I am walking home.”
Officer in Charge of the investigation, Detective Constable Elena Owen said: “I hope this sentence provides some comfort in knowing they did the right thing to report Rayner’s heinous crime to us.
“Merseyside Police is completely committed to protecting children from sexual abuse and those who seek to do them harm, and we take all such reports extremely seriously.
“If you have experienced any form of sexual abuse, or know of a child being abused, please come forward and report this to police.
“We have a dedicated team of specially trained officers who will treat you with sensitivity and compassion and will do everything we can to bring offenders to justice.”
If you are a child or young person suffering sexual or physical abuse, the following organisations can also provide help and support:
If you’ve been affected by sexual violence of any kind don’t be afraid to tell someone, find the courage to come forward and get the help you deserve.
You can report rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences anonymously here: https://www.merseyside.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/advice/rape-sexual-assault-and-other-sexual-offences/how-to-report-rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/
There is a lot of support available from specialist officers within Merseyside Police and through the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Victim Care Merseyside service delivered jointly by two registered charities.
In Liverpool, Sefton and Wirral, support is provided by Rape and Sexual Abuse Support (RASA) Merseyside who are available on 0151 558 1801 and, in St Helens and Knowsley, by the Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC) Cheshire and Merseyside who can be contacted on 01925 221 546 or 0330 363 0063.
Man jailed for child sex offences following NCA intelligence
A referral from National Crime Agency (NCA) colleagues has led to the conviction of a man from Wragby, near Market Rasen, for multiple sexual assault offences against children.
McCorley Booth, 30, of Newton Close, Wragby, Market Rasen pleaded guilty to inciting a girl under the age of 13 to engage in sexual activity, assault of a boy under 13 by touching, two counts of making indecent images, and distribution of indecent images.
He appeared before Lincoln Crown Court, yesterday (Thursday 25 June) and was sentenced to a total of seven years in prison.
Booth pleaded guilty to two offences which took place in February 2025 and was sentenced as follows:
- Cause / incite a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity – no penetration [seven years]
- Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child [eight months concurrent]
He was remanded into prison and later pleaded guilty at a subsequent hearing to three offences dating back to 2024, and was sentenced as follows:
- Assault a boy under 13 by touching [four years concurrent]
- Make indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child [eight months concurrent]
- Distribute an indecent photograph / pseudo-photograph of a child [eight months concurrent]
Why the concurrent sentences? That makes no sense! Two offences should result in two sentences.
He was handed a 15-year sexual harm prevention order along with a five-year restraining order. He will be placed on the sex offender register for life.
Thanks to fast-moving intelligence provided by NCA colleagues, we were alerted to some disturbing content appearing on a web chat.
Booth was swiftly arrested at a location in Market Rasen on suspicion of making and distributing indecent images. A download of his phone subsequently identified multiple offences.
A search of his house uncovered a pair of distinctive trousers which also helped identify him as the perpetrator in one of the disturbing images discovered on downloads from his phone.
The officer leading this investigation, Detective Constable Kye Sykes said:
This has been a deeply troubling investigation. The offences uncovered represent a profound abuse of trust and a calculated exploitation of vulnerability. It is particularly disturbing to confront the reality that someone in a position of responsibility could manipulate and harm those who should have been safe in their presence.
Throughout this case, our thoughts have remained firmly with the victims and their family. The impact of such offences extends far beyond the immediate criminal acts; it leaves lasting emotional and psychological harm for all associated with the case. I want to commend their courage in supporting the investigation and engaging with the process despite the immense sensitivity and difficulty.
I would also like to recognise the outstanding work and ongoing collaboration between our partner agencies. Safeguarding vulnerable individuals requires a coordinated and determined response, and this case demonstrates the strength of that partnership. From frontline officers to specialist investigators, and from child protection services to digital forensic experts, every contribution has been vital in securing this conviction and preventing further harm.
Let me be clear: individuals who prey on the vulnerable and seek to exploit their position for such warped and criminal purposes will be relentlessly pursued. We will continue to work tirelessly with our partners to identify, disrupt, and bring to justice those who pose a risk to our communities. Protecting the public - particularly children and vulnerable people - remains our absolute priority.
If you or anyone you know has been the victim of sexual assault, rape, or any other sexual offence, please report it to us as soon as possible.
Even if you’re not 100 per cent sure, we want to hear from you so that we can make sure you’re safe.
If you’re not ready to talk to the police just yet, that’s OK.
Follow this link here - Support for victims of rape and sexual assault | Lincolnshire Police (lincs.police.uk) to find out what other organisations can help and support you.
Man Jailed For Child Sex Offences, Kirklees
A Kirklees child sex offender who was arrested and charged within 48 hours of his offences first being reported has been jailed.
Kirklees child safeguarding detectives have commended the courage of the young survivor and her family following the sentencing of Duncan Macintosh at Leeds Crown Court today (26 June) for multiple child sex offences.
He was also given an indefinite restraining order and a 15-year sexual harm prevention order.
DC Leia Houtekamer of the Kirklees Safeguarding Child Protection Team, said:
“We welcome the sentencing of Macintosh today for truly awful sexual offending against a very young victim. I also want to commend her, and her family, for their bravery in coming forwards and supporting our investigation to bring this wicked man to justice.
“The 64-year-old was arrested within less than a day of his offending being reported and in court 24 hours later. Rather than admit what he had done he instead chose to put the victim and her family through the ordeal of a trial with a jury finding him guilty of 12 separate sexual offences.
“We hope seeing him jailed can bring them some comfort and continue to encourage all victims of sexual offending who have not contacted us, for whatever reason, to come forwards.
“Dedicated safeguarding officers investigate every report made and we do all we can to aid and secure justice for victims. Our officers can also help signpost those who have suffered sexual abuse to any support services they may need.”
Two men accused of child sex abuse at Monmouthshire centre plead not guilty to extra charges
Two men accused of sexually abusing children at a former children’s assessment centre in Monmouthshire have pleaded not guilty to a further 27 charges against them.
Angus Riddell denied 22 new charges, including rape, indecent assault, indecency with a child and child cruelty.
The offences are alleged to have happened between the 1970s and 1990s.
Robin Griffiths denied five fresh allegations - said to have taken place in the 1980s and 90s - including indecent assault and indecency with a child.
The pair previously pleaded not guilty to 45 separate charges between them.
The allegations relate to the Coed Glas Assessment Centre in Abergavenny, which opened in 1977 before closing in 1995.
According to Grok:
Newport Crown Court heard that Mr Riddell started working at Coed Glas in 1979. Mr Griffiths joined the following year.
Two other defendants have pleaded not guilty to child cruelty charges.
Lisa Gething, who worked in a number of different roles at the centre from the mid 1980s, denies nine counts of child cruelty.
Simon Bevan, who worked at Coed Glas in the early 1990s, denies two counts of the same offence.
In total, the four defendants face 83 charges between them.
Judge Daniel Williams said they would face trial together, with a trial date set for 18 January next year at Newport Crown Court.
It comes amid an ongoing police investigation into allegations of physical and sexual abuse at the centre, codenamed Operation Spinney.
In February, Detective Chief Superintendent Andrew Tuck of Gwent Police said: “Our focus remains on supporting victims in this investigation and supporting them alongside specialist agencies.
“We continue to work closely with the Crown Prosecution Service and local authorities as part of this long-running investigation.
“We take all reports of child abuse seriously and would urge anyone who has suffered abuse or has concerns about someone who may be suffering to come forward and speak to the police.
"We will listen to you and investigate all offences and also ensure you have access to any help or support you need.”
Walthamstow man sentenced to 31 years for sexually abusing children following Met investigation
Investigators have appealed for other potential victim-survivors to come forward
A former foster carer from Walthamstow has been sentenced to 31 years in prison, having been convicted in May of numerous non-recent sexual offences against children. The conviction came after an extensive Met investigation, with specialist officers supporting the brave victim-survivors who reported him.
Bradley Dilsworth, 69 (15.03.1957) of Phoenix Close, Walthamstow, was convicted of 22 counts of child sex offending on Thursday, 21 May at Snaresbrook Crown Court. His convictions relate to offences committed against five victims, one of whom was as young as seven at the time.
Bradley Dilsworth’s offending spanned over several years between 2002 and 2009, during which those he preyed on were aged between seven and 16. Evidence presented in court showed that he repeatedly exploited his position as a trusted adult within the Walthamstow community, presenting himself as a friendly and approachable neighbour.
The court heard that Dilsworth would invite children into his home after school, allowing them to smoke and drink alcohol. This environment was deliberately used to lower their inhibitions and create opportunities for abuse.
One stand-out aspect of the case involved Dilsworth’s manipulation of one victim, who believed she was in a genuine relationship with him. She was just 13 when she met Dilsworth and it was only when she was much older that she came to understand she had been a victim.
Another offence was committed against a girl aged just seven who was staying at Dilsworth’s house with her parents at the time.
As part of his defence, Dilsworth claimed that the children who spent time at his home were visiting his son, who was of a similar age to them. However, this explanation was rejected by the jury, who found the evidence demonstrated a clear pattern of grooming and abuse.
Prior to his offending Dilsworth was a registered foster carer and is known to have fostered two children during the 1980s.
Detective Inspector James Rush, who led the investigation, said: “I would like to thank the victims in this case for the immense courage they have shown in coming forward to report the abuse they suffered.
“Undetected for years, Dilsworth was able to abuse children in what my team uncovered to be a hellish afterschool club, lulling young people into a false sense of security and exploiting their trust. For the victim-survivors, speaking about their experiences many years later is incredibly difficult, and their bravery has been crucial in securing this long sentence today.
“I hope this outcome provides some comfort to anyone affected by sexual abuse and sends a clear message that the Met will continue to pursue offenders and seek justice, no matter how long ago abuse occurred.”
The investigation
Met detectives launched an investigation after a victim bravely came forward to police to tell their story in November 2023.
After conducting in-depth interviews with this victim and others, officers first arrested Dilsworth in November 2024. He was charged with a long list of non-recent sexual offences in April 2025 after investigators worked tirelessly to build a case against him. When arrested, Dilsworth was still living in the same house where his offending had taken place.
As the investigation progressed, detectives traced two further victims who hadn’t come forward previously. These victims made further reports and Dilsworth was ultimately charged with offences against them too.
As part of their investigation, detectives searched Dilsworth’s home in Walthamstow and uncovered an “Aladdin’s cave” of electrical devices. Over 100 digital exhibits were seized, including hard drives, discs and USB devices. Internal CCTV footage from cameras positioned around the house was also recovered. These devices revealed years of offending, with devices showing indecent images of one of the victims. During interviews with police, victims provided detailed floor plans of the property that closely matched the layout of the house, further corroborating their accounts.
Appeal
To protect the integrity of ongoing legal proceedings after Bradley Dilsworth was first charged with offences, detectives have not been able to publicly appeal for further potential victim-survivors until now.
The Metropolitan Police Service is now asking anyone who thinks they may have been a victim of Dilsworth to come forward and speak with police.
Specialist officers work closely with victim-survivors to seek justice and are available to offer support and signpost to external partners, so they can get help.
Officers are keeping an open mind about the identities of unidentified victim-survivors, but are particularly keen to hear from women who attended school in Walthamstow or recognise Dilsworth from his days as a foster carer, builder or lorry driver.
Victim-survivors may have visited Dilsworth at his house on Phoenix Close, Walthamstow, or prior addresses in Grove Green Road, Leyton, Bulwer Court Road, Leytonstone, or Roberts Road, Walthamstow.
Detective Inspector James Rush added: “We are determined to support all victim-survivors and are now asking anyone who believes they may have concerns about Dilsworth to please come forward. I want to reassure anyone impacted that you are not alone and can seek specialist support and guidance, not only from the police, but also from independent charities and services.”
Anyone with information or looking to report a potential crime is asked to contact the Metropolitan Police on 101, quoting CAD 5076/25JUN26. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Offences
On Friday, 26 June at Isleworth Crown Court, Dilsworth was sentenced to a custodial sentence of 31 years for the following offences:
- Two counts of sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 between 2002 and 2004, relating to Victim A
- Two counts of indecency with a girl between 2002 and 2004, relating to Victim A
- Two counts of rape of a girl under 13 between 2004 and 2005, relating to Victim A
- Five counts of rape of a girl aged 13-15 between 2004 and 2007, relating to Victim A
- One count of arranging or facilitating the commission of a child sex offence between 2005 and 2006, relating to Victim A
- One count of attempting to arrange or facilitate the commission of a child sex offence between 2005 and 2007, relating to Victim A
- Four counts of rape of a girl aged 13-15 between 2005 and 2007, relating to Victim B
- One count of sexual assault by penetration of a girl aged 13-15 between 2006 and 2008, relating to Victim C
- One count of rape of a girl aged 13-15 between 2006 and 2008, relating to Victim C
- One count of rape of a girl aged under 13 between 2008 and 2010, relating to Victim D
- One count of taking Category A indecent photographs of children
- One count of taking Category C indecent photographs of children
Jamie Varley sentenced to life with no chance of parole for sex abuse and murder of adopted infant
A judge has handed down the country’s heaviest sentence for Jamie Varley days after he was convicted of the sexual abuse and murder of his adopted 13-month-old.
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