Philip Hamer Worsley Paedophile, a “prolific” paedophile predator who lured young girls via social media prior to attacking them, is confronting a lengthy prison sentence after being convicted of rape and several sexual offences.
Philip Hamer, 34, was indicted in March 2024 for sexual crimes involving eight victims from 2010 to 2023.
Philip Hamer had previously confessed to multiple offences; however, after a trial at Manchester Crown Court, he was convicted of an additional 21 charges, which comprised eight counts of rape, seven counts of sexual assault, six counts of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and one count of sexual activity with a child.
Investigators discovered that he utilised social media applications to identify and engage with his victims through manipulation and grooming techniques.
A significant number of Philip Hamer’s victims were adolescents at the time of their assault. Following the emergence of one victim, Hamer’s phone was confiscated, allowing law enforcement to identify further victims.
Philip Hamer, of Birchfield Drive, Worsley, incited his victims to send him hundreds of pictures and videos over a period of seven years.
Officers later found voyeuristic videos and pictures Philip Hamer had taken of people in changing rooms who were not aware they were being filmed.
Greater Manchester Police Detective Constable Denise Garde said: “Firstly, I would like to commend the bravery of those victims who came forward and reported their abuse to us.
“Time is no barrier when it comes to being sexually abused – no matter how long ago it was, or old you were at the time, we will listen to you.
“Philip Hamer managed to instil fear in his victims – he was much older than them, he offered them lifts in his car so he knew where they lived.
“He groomed the victims and survivors at the centre of their case, instilled fear, and exploited their vulnerabilities.
“It took one brave victim to come forward, speak to our officers and detail their abuse. This opened up the whole case and resulted in us obtaining evidence that Hamer was a prolific sex offender.”
Philip Hamer was found guilty of 33 charges by a jury at a trial which concluded on Friday, 29 November 2024.
Philip Hamer, who worked as an ice hockey player and had appeared on television shows like Coronation Street as an extra, will be sentenced in January 2025.
UPDATE 05.02.25
Philip Hamer (13/08/1990) of Worsley has been sentenced to 36 years for sexual offences against seven victims on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. He is also subject to an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order, perpetual restraining orders against the victims, prohibition from employment involving children, and lifelong registration on the sex offenders register.
The allegations pertain to offences occurring from 2010 until 2023.
He admitted confessed to multiple crimes prior to the trial. After a trial in November 2024, Hamer was convicted by a majority conviction on 21 more charges, comprising eight counts of rape, six counts of sexual assault, six counts of forcing or persuading a child to participate in sexual activity, and one offence of sexual conduct with a child. He was ultimately convicted of 41 offences.
A significant number of Hamer’s victims were adolescents at the time of their assault. Following the emergence of one victim, Hamer’s phone was confiscated, allowing law enforcement to identify further victims.
In a compelling victim impact statement delivered in court, one victim articulated the physical and psychological toll the violence inflicted by Hamer had imposed on her.
One victim said: “Philip Hamer, the man who took away my innocence at such a young age.
“The man who made me feel so ashamed of myself for so many years. The man that made me feel disgusted in myself. The man that made me feel so lonely as I was too afraid to open up to anyone, I couldn’t even speak to my mum, my friends, my family.
“He made me feel fear, distress and trauma no young girl should have to go through. He took away my spark and gave me so much anxiety.
“For years I was too ashamed to look at myself in the mirror, as all I saw was the girl that man lusted over.
“He will never earn my forgiveness for what he did to me. He doesn’t deserve it. But I am no longer going to let him have a hold on my life like he once did.
“I can now continue to succeed in life, knowing I finally have the justice me and the other girls whose lives he impacted deserve.
“This man changed the course of my life, what he did to me impacted on my schooling massively and it isolated me from my friendship group.
“When I should have been enjoying school, growing up having new experiences with friends, I was controlled by that man, making me believe that he would disclose my worst secrets to my friends.
“This impacted on my relationships, making me feel guilty for what he did to me.”
Detective Constable Denise Garde said: “Philip Hamer is a sexual predator. Hamer would send unsolicited pictures to his victims and also tracked their movements.
“In his police interview, Hamer showed a denial for any wrongdoing in his actions. He did not believe that he was a sexual predator and that his actions caused severe harm and distress to his victims.
“He incited his victims to send him hundreds of pictures and videos over a period of seven years. One victim was in fear that Hamer may disclose the pictures to others or come to their address.
“After seizing his devices, we later found voyeuristic videos and pictures Hamer had taken of people in changing rooms who were not aware they were being filmed.
“It took one brave victim to come forward, speak to our officers and detail their abuse. This opened up the whole case and resulted in us obtaining evidence that Hamer was a prolific sex offender.
“Our commitment to protecting victims of sexual abuse is unwavering. Speaking out about sexual abuse is incredibly difficult, but I ask that those who believe they are going through something similar, report this to us.
“Time is no barrier when it comes to being sexually abused – no matter how long ago it was, or how old you were at the time, we will listen to you. We will support you, investigate, and act robustly against perpetrators. We will take your allegations seriously and treat you with dignity and respect.”
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