Alun Friend - Convicted Sex Offender

Alun Friend

Male Custodial - 3y 2022-03-01

Offender ID: 811f36a4-9460-48f6-8a9f-6d0565e020a8

Offence Summary

Serial sex offender Alun Friend, obsessed with online chats to teenage girls, bought a laptop to contact young girls just days after his prison release and was jailed for three years after ignoring suspended sentences.

Full Description

Alun Friend, a three-times-married serial sex offender, has been imprisoned for three years following his brazen disregard for previous suspended prison sentences. Described in court as having an 'addiction to these chat lines' and an 'inherent weakness' for seedy internet encounters, Friend's obsession with communicating online with teenage girls led to his latest conviction at Hull Crown Court.

The court heard that Friend purchased a laptop specifically to initiate online chats with young girls mere days after being released from a custodial sentence. This reckless behaviour demonstrated his inability to reform, despite prior opportunities to avoid further incarceration through suspended sentences. His actions highlight a persistent pattern of predatory online engagement targeting minors, underscoring the dangers of such digital grooming attempts.

According to reports from Hull Live, Friend's history as a serial offender made his quick return to prohibited activities particularly alarming. The judge at Hull Crown Court emphasised the severity of his 'addiction', noting that it posed a continued risk to vulnerable young people. This case serves as a stark reminder of the challenges in rehabilitating individuals with deep-seated compulsions towards child sex offences.

Offence: Attempting to contact teenage girls online post-release.
Court: Hull Crown Court.
Sentence: Three years' imprisonment.

Location

Case Details

Police Force: Humberside Police

Sentence Length: 3 years (Custodial)

Expected Release: September 2023
Guideline: ~75% served for ≥4 years, ~50% otherwise. Estimates only.

Full Sentence End: March 2025
If served in full. Estimates only.

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: United Kingdom

Confidence: 95%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Humberside Police for their tireless dedication in bringing this offender to justice. Your commitment and hard work truly help keep our communities safe, and we are deeply grateful.

Source: hulldailymail.co.uk

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