In 2026, the Offender Database recorded that Lewis Westwood, then 31, of Brisco Road, Egremont, Cumbria, was sentenced to 12 years’ imprisonment. On Monday, 9 February 2026, Westwood appeared at Preston Crown Court for sentencing after being convicted of sexual offences against a 14-year-old girl in Leyland, Lancashire.
The investigation established that Westwood isolated the victim inside a house in Leyland and engaged in sexual activity against her will. He later committed further sexual abuse in another part of the same property. The victim reported the incident in June 2023. During the investigation, Westwood admitted being at the property but denied wrongdoing. He claimed his DNA was present in the room where the rape occurred because he had entered to charge his mobile phone.
Judicial Findings and Investigative Detail
The court reported that a jury at Preston Crown Court found Westwood guilty of six counts of sexual activity with a child following a trial. The judge noted the bravery of the victim in reporting the abuse. The prosecution stated that the forensic evidence, including the DNA found at the scene, was used to disprove the defendant’s account.
The judge noted that the 12-year sentence reflects the nature of the offences committed in Leyland. For his actions, the court determined that a custodial term was required. The prosecution noted that the investigation by Lancashire Constabulary secured the evidence necessary for the conviction.
Sentence and Statutory Requirements
For his crimes in England, Lewis Westwood was handed:
- Custodial Sentence: 12 years in immediate custody.
- Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements are in effect for life.
- SHPO: An indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).
- Convictions: Found guilty of six counts of sexual activity with a child.
Monitoring and Public Protection
Westwood is managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) by the Police and the Probation Service. Due to the nature of the sexual offences in Leyland, his management is subject to oversight by the Public Protection Unit.
As a member of the Sex Offenders Register, Westwood must comply with notification requirements regarding his residence in Brisco Road, Egremont, Cumbria. Authorities state that the indefinite SHPO will restrict his conduct upon release. Any breach of his registration conditions or SHPO will result in arrest and a return to Preston Crown Court.
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