Daniel Pinnington

Daniel Pinnington

38, Male Custodial - 5y 2024-11-01

Bradford, West Yorkshire

Offender ID: fd6e08fb-3711-44f4-b12b-441e408a23b8

Offence Summary

Daniel Pinnington was jailed for five years for 10 counts of sexual activity with a child at Bradford Crown Court.

Full Description

Daniel Pinnington, a 38-year-old man from Bradford, received a five-year prison sentence after being convicted of 10 counts of sexual activity with a child. The trial took place at Bradford Crown Court, where Pinnington claimed he believed the victim was 'a celestial being' who was thousands of years old, a defence rejected by the jury.

The offences were committed against a child, highlighting the predatory nature of Pinnington's actions. West Yorkshire Police led the investigation, bringing the case to trial in July 2024, resulting in his guilty verdict.

Judge [name not specified] sentenced Pinnington to begin his custodial term immediately, emphasising the seriousness of child sex offences. This case forms part of broader efforts in the region to prosecute individuals involved in the sexual exploitation of minors.

Location

City: Bradford

County: West Yorkshire

Case Details

Police Force: West Yorkshire Police

Sentence Length: 5 years (Custodial)

Expected Release: March 2028
Guideline: two-thirds served for sentences ≥4 years; half otherwise (England & Wales). Estimates only.

Full Sentence End: November 2029
If served in full. Estimates only.

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: United Kingdom

Confidence: 95%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to West Yorkshire 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: thetelegraphandargus.co.uk

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