The Wigan Sex Offender, Johnny Gentle, has been found guilty of voyeurism offences. Johnny Gentle (02/01/1992) of Acton Street, Wigan was sentenced to 12 months’ imprisonment at Bolton Crown Court on 09/10/2024 after entering a guilty plea at a prior hearing.
On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, Johnny Gentle captured an image beneath the garment of a woman at Tesco on Central Park Way.
During a lineup, the victim and an independent witness identified Gentle as the perpetrator.
On Thursday 17 May 2024, Johnny Gentle recorded an image under a schoolgirl’s skirt at Wigan Bus Station, with the incident being captured on CCTV.
Johnny Gentle was quickly identified and provided ‘no comment’ interviews to the police. He was charged and remanded in custody.
Detective Constable Riyaz Patel from Wigan CID said: “Johnny Gentle is a sexual predator who has committed sexual acts against lone vulnerable females.
“I’d like to thank the victims for coming forward to apprehend this dangerous offender and bring him off the streets of Wigan.
“I hope the sentence imposed by the courts gives the victim closure and shows that the police will investigate serious and sexual crime vigorously.
“Officers will always work thoroughly and diligently to punish those responsible for sexual crimes in our communities.
“We encourage anyone who has been a victim of sexual assault or knows someone who has to come forward and speak to the police. We will listen to you and we will investigate.”
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