In 2026, the Offender Database reported that Glen Hodgins, then 38, of Chapel Park Road, St Leonards, East Sussex, was charged following a “vicious” sexual assault on a 17-year-old boy. On Wednesday, 4 February 2026, Hodgins appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court to face allegations of rape and attempted rape.
The investigation established that the incident occurred around midnight on Friday, 30 January 2026, at a property in St Leonards, East Sussex. Sussex Police launched an immediate inquiry after receiving the report and arrested Hodgins on Monday, 2 February. The prosecution reported that the 17-year-old victim was subjected to a “vile” ordeal, leading to charges of both rape and attempted rape of a male aged 16 or over.
Judicial Proceedings and Investigative Detail
The court reported that due to the gravity of the “serious” sexual offences, Hodgins was remanded into custody. During the hearing, the judge emphasised that the nature of the allegations required the defendant to be detained for public protection until his next appearance. The prosecution emphasised that the investigation is ongoing and that forensic evidence from the St Leonards address is being meticulously processed.
The judge emphasised that the case would be transferred to the Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing. The prosecution emphasised that the “despicable” nature of the report involving a teenager necessitated a robust police response. For his alleged crimes in East Sussex, the court determined that Hodgins poses a significant risk and must remain behind bars while the “vicious” details of the case are further scrutinised by legal teams.
Current Status and Statutory Requirements
For his alleged crimes in England, Glen Hodgins is currently subject to:
- Status: Remanded in custody at a local prison.
- Next Appearance: Scheduled for 4 March 2026.
- Charges: One count of rape and one count of attempted rape of a male aged 16 or over.
Monitoring and Public Protection
Hodgins is being managed by Sussex Police while in custody. Should he be convicted of these “vile” offences, his residency in Chapel Park Road, St Leonards, will be permanently flagged on the Sex Offenders Register under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA).
Authorities in East Sussex state that protecting young people from sexual exploitation is a top priority for the Public Protection Unit. As a defendant charged with a “vicious” sexual assault, Hodgins’ details are held within the judicial system to ensure he is restricted from contact with minors or vulnerable individuals. Any further developments in the case will be reported back to Brighton Magistrates’ Court or the designated Crown Court in March.
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