Hereford man sentenced for multiple sex offences

A Hereford man has been sentenced to three years imprisonment following his conviction for multiple sex offences.

70-year-old Douglas Baker of Marlbrook Road, Hereford, was sentenced at Worcester Crown Court on Wednesday. He pleaded guilty earlier this year to 5 offences which he committed between 2019 and 2022.

The five charges for which he was convicted were:

Two counts of inciting an underage girl to engage in sexual activity.

Engaging in sexual communication with a child.

Voyeurism – recording of a private act.

Making an indecent photograph of a child.

Baker is now listed on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

DC Harriet Wheadon-Hill said:

“This sentence shows that abusing young girls will not go unchallenged or unpunished. Following extensive police investigations, together with the courage of the victims to come forward, we can uncover the truth and bring offenders to justice.”

“West Mercia Police remains committed to seeking justice for rape victims and survivors of sexual abuse, and we, the police, and wider support services are here for them.”