Adrian Russell Coxon

A 48-year-old man from Pencoed, Adrian Russell Coxon, has been imprisoned for six years following his conviction for sexual assault by penetration and the supply of Class C drugs. The case, handled by South Wales Police, came to light after the victim reported the assault, leading to Coxon's arrest in November 2021.

Coxon appeared at court on Thursday, 2nd May 2024, where he received his sentence. In addition to the custodial term, he was required to register on the Sex Offenders Register and was subjected to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) to mitigate future risks. The assault occurred prior to his arrest, though exact details of the incident remain protected for the victim's privacy.

Detective Constable Rebecca Evans, who led the investigation, commented on the case's significance: 'Whilst no sentence will make up for the impact he has had on the victim, I hope the conclusion of this lengthy court process will allow them to move forward with their life in the knowledge that speaking out has uncovered Adrian Coxon as the sexual offender he is.' She praised the victim's bravery, noting the challenges in reporting such crimes, and emphasised South Wales Police's commitment to handling sexual offence reports with confidentiality and sensitivity.

The sentencing underscores the severe consequences of sexual offences, with Evans encouraging others to come forward: 'Our focus for this case, as with every sexual offence case, is securing justice for the victim-survivor.' This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address sexual violence in the community, as reported by the Glamorgan Star Newspaper.