By Sexual predator sentenced to nearly four years at Grimsby Crown Court
Today, Friday 5 November, a male sexual predator was sentenced to almost four years behind bars at Grimsby Crown Court.
Mark Gibbons (54) from Boston received three years and ten months in jail for his crimes.
The sexual predator man appeared at Grimsby Magistrates Court in August this year where he pleaded guilty to inciting a child under the age of 13 and 16 to engage in sexual activity, engaging in sexual communications with a child and making/distributing indecent photographs of children.
Mark concealed his identity online in order to manipulate his victims into thinking he was a teenage boy.
His sexual offences reportedly span across five force areas.
Lead investigator and Police Constable Terina Dennett said: “I’m really pleased that Gibbons is now receiving a punishment for his criminal actions.
“His victims have showed nothing but bravery and courage throughout the course of the investigation and court proceedings.
“I hope today’s sentencing will provide them with some closure in knowing this predator can no longer cause harm to them or any other child.
“We take crimes of this nature incredibly seriously and will continue to seek prosecution against anybody who thinks it is okay to commit these types of offences.
“It is never the victim’s fault and I would strongly appeal for any child who believes they are being manipulated into doing something they don’t want to, to speak with an adult or friend and report it to us.
“Through partnership working with social services and family support teams, the victims and their families in this case have been able to access invaluable support, which is something we offer to all victims of child sexual offences.
“You will be listened to and we will continue to take action against offenders.”
If you or somebody you know has been involved in a similar incident with a sexual predator, please ring 101 or, in the case of an emergency, 999.
(Photo: Humberside Police)
