A MAN has been sentenced to eight years in prison for a number of child sex offences.

Andrew Fairley, 58, of Millhill, Musselburgh, East Lothian, was sentenced at Carlisle Crown Court on July 1, 2022.

He was sentenced for a number of offences:

  • Causing a child under 13 to watch an image of sexual activity
  • Engage in sexual communications with a child
  • Inciting a boy under 13 to engage in sexual activity
  • Two counts of engaging in sexual activity with a child
  • Engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child
  • Sexual assault on a male

The offences relate to incidents against two boys that occurred between January 2006 and July 2011 in Rowrah.

Detective Sergeant Tom Windridge said: “Fairley used his position of trust to exploit his victims for his own fulfilment.

“Today’s result show that we are committed to protecting children from sexual abuse.

“Our specialist officers work together in partnership with support agencies across Cumbria to investigate and bring perpetrators of these horrific crimes before the courts.

"I encourage anyone who has concerns that a child might be a victim of online child sexual exploitation or abuse to contact us”

A spokesperson from Cumbria Constabulary reminded people: "To report a crime, visit our website or call police on 101.

"Always dial 999 in an emergency.

"Further information on the support available for victims of sexual abuse is available on the Constabulary’s website under the get advice section.

"If you have been affected by rape or sexual assault, contact The Bridgeway Sexual Assault Support Service’s 24/7 free helpline on 0808 118 6432."

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