An online Nottingham Paedophile sex offender, Giampiero Franchi, apprehended while attempting to groom an individual he thought was a 13-year-old girl, has been incarcerated.
On 9 July 2024, Giampiero Franchi was conversing with an undercover police officer in a chat room when he initiated sexual conversations.
Upon the incident’s referral to Nottinghamshire Police, they apprehended the 70-year-old and confiscated his mobile phone and further devices.
A collection of obscene photographs, comprising 18 of the most egregious Category A images, illustrating the most severe abuse, was uncovered.
Evidence also indicated that Giampiero Franchi had previously encouraged young children to participate in internet sexual activities.
During the discussion with officers, Giampiero Franchi acknowledged that he ‘needed assistance.’
Giampiero Franchi, residing on Kingswood Road, Nottingham, admitted guilt to inciting a girl under the age of 13 to participate in sexual conduct, three charges of producing indecent photos of minors, attempting to initiate sexual communication with a child, and possessing an extreme pornographic image.
On Thursday, 14 August, he was sentenced to five years in prison at Nottingham Crown Court. He was also subjected to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and is required to register on the Sex Offenders’ Register indefinitely.
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