Paedophile Caught Before He Could Abuse Kids in Huntingdon
Daniel Paul Chisnall, 48, from Huntingdon, was snapped by National Crime Agency (NCA) officers last December at a local pub. He was stopped just before checking into a nearby hotel where he planned to carry out vile abuse.
Disturbing Chats Reveal Sick Plans
Chisnall had openly discussed his twisted sexual interest in children with other paedophiles on Kik, WhatsApp, and email. He messaged a user pretending to have access to two young girls, aged seven and eleven.
When they met, Chisnall didn’t hide his depraved intentions. He told his contact he wanted to rape the children.
Shocking Evidence Found at His Home
Police seized his devices during a home search. Forensic tests found 12 indecent images of children (IIOC) on his phone, ranging from categories A to C, with A being the most severe. Five more horrific images were printed as large posters.
Chisnall, who worked as a vulnerable adult carer, faced charges of arranging sexual assault on a child, making and possessing IIOC.
Sentenced and Locked Up
He pleaded guilty on January 16 at Cambridge Crown Court. Today, Huntingdon Crown Court sentenced him to five years and two months in prison. Chisnall is now on the sex offenders register for life and subject to an indefinite sexual harm prevention order.
“Daniel Chisnall’s online conversations clearly showed his intention to sexually abuse young girls,” said NCA Operations Manager Phil Eccles.
“Our investigation and intervention ensured he was stopped from carrying out these heinous acts. The NCA’s priority is targeting individuals like Chisnall. We will keep fighting to protect children from harm.”
