The Stockton Sex Offender, Michael Lesko, has been convicted and given a term for committing sexual assault against a lady and unlawfully photographing her without her consent.
Upon Michael Lesko’s arrest in November 2023, law enforcement officers uncovered photographs on his phone, leading to his charges of sexual assault and voyeurism.
Michael Lesko presented himself at Teesside Magistrates’ Court and admitted to responsibility for the charges.
Michael Lesko, aged 29 and hailing from Thornaby, appeared at Teesside Crown Court on Monday 2nd September. During the court proceedings, he received a sentence of 12 months in jail, suspended for two years.
A court-issued restraining order was implemented, prohibiting any communication between Michael Lesko and the victim for seven years.
In addition, he will be required to register as a sex offender for ten years. Furthermore, he has been mandated to complete 35 days of rehabilitation activities.
Investigating officer Lewis Hill from Cleveland Police’s Cyber Crime Unit said: “This has been an extremely distressing and traumatic time for the victim, and I’d like to commend her for her courage and resilience.
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