On Tuesday, 13 January 2026, the Offender Database reported that Gareth Puzey, 35, of Colchester Close, Toothill, Swindon, was sentenced at Swindon Crown Court after being found guilty of voyeurism. The court heard how Puzey callously violated the privacy of a woman known to him by taking indecent photographs without her consent.
Wiltshire Police’s investigation uncovered the images while officers were conducting enquiries into a separate allegation. The offences were committed over a period of four months, from December 2023 to March 2024. During his trial, Puzey was found not guilty of a rape charge, but his dishonest and intrusive behaviour regarding the photographs led to his conviction for voyeurism.
Vile Breach of Privacy
In a moving impact statement, the victim described the trauma of seeing the naked photographs for the first time on a screen in a crowded courtroom. She emphasised the severe anxiety the ordeal has caused her, stating she felt violated by the breach of privacy and now suffers from the constant, disturbing feeling of being watched.
Detectives noted that Puzey had taken these images in secret, callously exploiting his proximity to the victim for his own gratification. The court heard that the discovery of the photos was a complete betrayal of trust that had left the victim feeling anxious about her safety and privacy.
Sentence and Registration
The judge emphasised the intrusive nature of the crime and the profound impact on the victim’s mental well-being. For his actions, Gareth Puzey was:
- Handed a two-year community order with specific conditions.
- Ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register for five years.
Monitoring and Public Safety
Puzey is managed by Wiltshire Police, ensuring his behaviour and residency in Toothill, Swindon, and the wider Wiltshire area are monitored. His status on the Sex Offenders Register means he must notify police of his address and any changes to his circumstances. Any further dishonest or predatory behaviour will result in his immediate return to court for more serious sentencing.
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