In 2024, the Offender Database recorded that Zak Livsey, 26, was jailed for a series of predatory sexual offences against a woman and a teenage girl. On appearing at Leeds Crown Court in April 2024, the defendant, of Albert Street, Baildon, was sentenced to 23 months in prison. It was reported that Livsey targeted his first victim while she was watching television, exposing himself and masturbating in her presence. Over a year later, he escalated his behaviour by sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl and again exposing himself to her.
The investigation established the “distorted thinking” and predatory nature of Livsey’s conduct. West Yorkshire Police reported that the second victim was left with severe PTSD, nightmares, and a regular cycle of panic attacks following the assault. The prosecution reported that Livsey pleaded guilty to two counts of exposure and one count of sexual assault only during a section 28 cross-examination hearing, narrowly sparing his victims from having to give full evidence in open court.
Judicial Findings and Investigative Detail
The court reported that Livsey derived sexual gratification from his actions, despite his claims to the contrary in pre-sentence reports. Leeds Crown Court heard how the 14-year-old victim’s life was poisoned by the abuse, leaving her unable to trust men or feel safe leaving her home. The investigation established that Livsey’s offending was not an isolated incident but a repeated pattern of behaviour targeting young women.
His Honour Judge Robin Mairs described the victim impact statements as “powerful reading” and noted the significant trauma Livsey had inflicted. For his actions in Baildon, Livsey was handed a 23-month custodial sentence. The judge noted that the persistent nature of the offending necessitated a ten-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) to strictly monitor Livsey’s conduct and proximity to potential victims upon his release.
Status and Statutory Requirements
For the crimes reported in England, the status of Zak Livsey is as follows:
- Custodial Sentence: 23 months in prison (Sentenced 2024).
- Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements are active for 10 years.
- SHPO Status: 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
- Judicial Oversight: Sentenced at Leeds Crown Court following a West Yorkshire Police investigation.
- Criminal Record: Sexual assault; Exposure (2 counts).
- Current Status: Reported living at Long Lane, Dalton, Huddersfield (2026).
Monitoring and Public Protection
Livsey is managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) following his release into the community. Due to the nature of his conduct in Baildon and his current residence in Huddersfield, his management is a priority for the Public Protection Unit. Authorities state that his ten-year SHPO is a critical tool to ensure he is subject to strict residency restrictions and monitoring, particularly regarding his proximity to schools and areas frequented by children.
As a member of the Sex Offenders Register, Livsey must comply with all notification requirements regarding his identity and residence. Authorities state that his history of “distorted thinking” and repeated offending in West Yorkshire necessitates permanent vigilance. Any future attempt to approach a minor, breach the terms of his 10-year SHPO, or fail to disclose his current living arrangements in Dalton to the authorities will result in immediate arrest and a return to the prison system.
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