Wrexham man jailed for 1980s sexual abuse of teenagers

A 71-year-old man from Wrexham has been jailed for eight years and four months after admitting to a series of historic sexual offences against two teenage girls.

David Peers, of Llay New Road, Llay, pleaded guilty to nine offences of indecent assault and two counts of gross indecency with a child. The crimes took place during the 1980s, when both victims were teenagers.

The court heard how Peers engaged in sexual activities with the girls whilst they were in their school uniforms and took intimate images of them. The victims, who have lifelong anonymity, reported the abuse to police, providing detailed accounts that proved crucial in securing Peers’ conviction.

At Mold Crown Court on Thursday, 8 January, Peers was sentenced to eight years and four months imprisonment. He was also made to register as a sex offender for life, and an indefinite restraining order was put in place to protect both victims.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Lisa Reid praised the courage of both victims, stating: “I commend both victim in this case for their courage in reporting Peers to police and in providing detailed accounts of the abuse they suffered, which has been vital in securing this conviction.

“Both victims continue to suffer the impact of his offending in their adult lives.

“I hope this case will encourage others who have been subject to sexual abuse to come forward, and be reassured their evidence will be heard, whilst serving as a reminder to any offenders of these despicable crimes that they will face the consequences of their actions – no matter how and when sexual abuse occurred.

“Tackling violence against women and girls remains a foremost priority for North Wales Police.”