Registered Sex Offender Stephen Gadd Skips Court, Now Wanted for More Sex Crimes
Stephen Gadd, 51, is on the run after failing to show up at two court dates and skipping crucial police check-ins. The convicted sex offender was due in Bournemouth Crown Court on September 19, 2016, over an indecent exposure offence in Poole. He also missed a hearing at Bournemouth Magistrates’ Court on October 12 for breaching post-custodial supervision.
On the Lam After Flouting Court Orders
Gadd, who has no fixed address, failed to report to a police station as required by his sex offender registration. Now police are urgently searching for him as he is wanted for further sex offences. Detective Inspector Andy Roberts urged the public to stay vigilant.
“We have been making numerous active enquiries since Stephen Gadd’s failure to appear at court in order to locate him. Although we have no information to suggest he is an immediate danger to the public, anyone who sees him must not approach but call Dorset Police on 999 immediately.”
Whereabouts Unknown – Public Urged to Help
- Height: 5ft 10in
- Build: Medium
- Description: Long auburn hair, blue eyes
- Known to roam Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth, Paignton, Exeter, and Brockenhurst
Detectives believe Gadd may be sleeping rough and urge him to contact police as soon as possible. DI Roberts added, “There may be various reasons why he has not complied with his licence conditions, but we appeal to him directly to come forward and make contact.”
Spot Him? Call Dorset Police Immediately
Stephen Gadd is wanted for failing to report and further sex offences. The public is reminded all calls will be treated confidentially. If you see him or know his whereabouts, contact Dorset Police on 999 without delay.
