A 14-year-old girl’s bravery has resulted in a 42-year-old man being jailed for sexually assaulting her in Swindon. Kevin Wolton, from Redhouse, was sentenced to 29 months in prison at Swindon Crown Court after admitting to the charges and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).
On September 3, 2024, Wolton approached the teenager in Brook Park, Redhouse. He made obscene comments before grabbing and attempting to kiss her. The quick-thinking girl immediately reported the incident to nearby police officers, which led to Wolton’s arrest on suspicion of sexual assault.
Wolton was already subject to a SHPO that prohibited him from unsupervised contact with females under 18 or lone women. The court found that he breached this order twice.
PC Dominic Tonge of the Swindon North, East and Rural Team praised the young victim’s courage, stating, “The victim showed great courage throughout this case and was determined that Wolton should be punished to protect others. Her calm resolution to continue to seek justice despite her young age was impressive.”
Wolton initially denied the charges but later pleaded guilty. Along with his 29-month prison sentence, the court acknowledged the breaches of the SHPO designed to protect the public from further sexual harm.
Wiltshire Police have since requested stricter conditions on Wolton’s release, including a ban on being within 100 metres of any children’s play park, a restriction preventing him from approaching any school or college by 100 metres, and a prohibition from entering Redhouse Village Centre.
PC Tonge added, “We will continue to manage these orders robustly and ensure those who break them are brought before the courts.”
This case underscores the important role victims and communities play in securing justice. Wiltshire Police urge anyone experiencing or witnessing inappropriate behaviour to report it immediately to help keep the area safe.
Originally published by UKNIP.
