January 4, 2016 4.44 pm This story is over 98 months old

Lincoln man sentenced for numerous sexual offences involving a child

Sexual abuse: A 26-year-old man from Lincoln has been handed a five year custodial sentence for numerous sexual offences involving a child under the age of 13.

A 26-year-old man from Lincoln has been handed a five year custodial sentence for numerous sexual offences involving a child under the age of 13.

David Peter Seath appeared at Lincoln Crown Court on Monday, January 4.

He was sentenced for numerous offences of inciting a child under the age of 13 into pornography and sexual activity.

His offences also included possessing indecent images of children.

Further to the five year sentence, Seath will remain on the sex offenders register for life.

Investigating Officer DS Vicky Midgley from the Internet Child Abuse Team at Lincolnshire Police said: “This is an opportunity to send a clear message to any former, current or potential offenders; Lincolnshire Police will do everything in their power to bring cases like this before the courts.

“In this instance, a dangerous man will be in prison for a substantial period. If you are a victim, or you have any information that could help us bring offenders to justice, please come forward. We will work tirelessly to protect our county’s children from sexual abuse.”