Dinner Lady Sentenced for Sexual Messages to Under-13 Boy

Jayne Sewell, 53, from Saint Mellons, Cardiff, faced sentencing at Cardiff Crown Court today after pleading guilty to sending sexual messages to a boy under 13.

Shocking Abuse by School Worker

Sewell was working as a dinner lady and cleaner at a local primary school when the messages were uncovered. She was arrested earlier this year and admitted the messages were sent with the intent to engage the child in sexual activity.

Suspended Jail Time and Strict Orders

  • Sewell received an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for two years.
  • She must register as a sex offender for five years.
  • A sexual harm prevention order was imposed for five years.
  • She was ordered to complete a 25-day rehabilitation course.

The court’s strong sentence aims to protect children and prevent further offences.

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