Wiltshire Man Found Guilty of Non-Recent Child Sex Offences
Man convicted of historic child sex offences due to be sentenced later this month
A man has been found guilty of sexually abusing a child nearly 40 years ago in the Melksham area of Wiltshire.
Stefon Winter, 73, was convicted at Swindon Crown Court on July 2 of two counts of buggery and three counts of indecent assault involving a 13-year-old boy. The offences took place between 1987 and 1989.
Detective Constable Chris McLoughlin, who led the investigation, said:
“This case is an important reminder that justice can still be served years after any abuse.
“I can assure any victim contemplating whether or not to come forward that a delay in reporting does not mean you will not be listened to or believed.
“Our specialist officers will listen and support you through the process, no matter how long ago the crime may have taken place. I hope this outcome demonstrates that it is never too late to speak out.
“Most importantly, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the victim in this case, who has been extremely courageous in coming forward to police and recounting the trauma he suffered as a child.
“He has shown immense strength, character and resilience and should be proud of how he has conducted himself throughout the investigation.
“It is thanks to his bravery that Stefon Winter will now spend a significant spell in prison, making our communities a safer place. I hope today’s verdict provides some sense of closure and allows him to move forward with his life.”
Winter is due to be sentenced at Swindon Crown Court on the 31st of July.