Online petition launched after sex offender convicted again

Thursday, 11 December 2025 15:28

An online petition is calling for a sex offender to be returned to prison after reoffending shortly after his early release.

The change.org petition says the man - who was jailed for indecently assaulting a 15 year old girl - was released from prison halfway through his sentence, but was fined after committing a sex act in front of children on a bus.

Lee Smith, who started the petition, says the case highlights the need for better protection for the community.

You can find out more, and sign the petition, via this link.

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