John Humphreys was among 11 aldermen named by the council in December 2019, The council report could mean the alderman title being scrapped or updated to create greater transparency and accountability. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to 2. Read more: Former Mayor of Exmouth John Humphreys denies abusing boys. Below we read how close he was to the Swires. 'It included a statement that was read out on behalf of a victim of John Humphreys, the former mayor of Exmouth who was . Editors' Code of Practice. Cllr Thomas added: "In 2019, an Extraordinary General Meeting of East Devon District Council awarded the position of Honorary Alderman to Mr Humphreys. 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In 2021 he was charged with 10 accounts of serious sexual offences against two teenagers in the 1990s and 2000s, and is now serving 21 years in prison. VideoRescuers search wreckage of deadly Greece train crash, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Humphreys, of Hartley Road, Exmouth was also put on the sex offenders' register for life. "These sentences must be consecutive. John Humphreys, who abused two schoolboys in the 1990s and 2000s, was jailed for 21 years last week after being found guilty at a trial at Exeter Crown Court. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Would you like to join Honiton Town Council? HP10 9TY. This is a significant change in our country. He was prosecuted after police unearthed records of a previous complaint from the second victim, which was not pursued when it was first made in the 2000s. Former Exmouth mayor John Humphreys who is accused of sexually abusing to boys in thr 1990s and 2000s. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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Cllr Ian Thomas, chair of East Devon District Council, said: Firstly, and most importantly, I would like to extend my sympathy and that of the council, to the two victims and their families. It could mean the alderman title being scrapped or updated to create greater transparency and accountability, said the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS). ". John Humphreys, 59, was found guilty of three counts of serious sexual assault and seven of indecent assault in the 1990s and 2000s at Exeter Crown Court. The first victim was aged about 13 when he was picked up by Humphreys in public toilets in Manor Gardens in Exmouth, which was a well-known gay meeting spot or cottage at the time in 1990 or 1991. 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Exeter YMCA under threat in brutal new cuts plan, 'Amazing' 3,000 donation boosts Exmouth RNLI. 2023 BBC. Exeter YMCA under threat in brutal new cuts plan, 'Amazing' 3,000 donation boosts Exmouth RNLI. He is not only a former Mayor and long-serving Conservative councillor but also served as governor of a primary school for many years. Judge Rose told Humphreys: "Six of these offences have to be assessed against the modern guideline for rape. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Read about our approach to external linking. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Former East Devon District Councillor John Humphreys. As well as being a long-standing member of the Conservative Party, East Devon district and Exmouth town councillor, Humphreys is a former mayor of Exmouth. John, second son, buried November 9, 1554. Humphreys was prosecuted after police found records of a previous complaint from the second victim, first made but not pursued in the 2000s. second Pg.234 wife of Walter Raleigh, father of Sir Walter Raleigh. John Humphreys, 59, abused two boys - who were aged around 13 and 15 - in the 1990s. The 21-year jail sentence and addition to the sex offenders list for life, reflect the gravity of his crimes.". Humphreys is due to be sentenced at the court on Friday. Former Exmouth mayor John Humphreys has been found guilty of historic sex offences against two underage boys dating back to the 1990s. A former mayor who committed "shocking acts of sexual violence" against two boys has been jailed for 21 years. Furthermore, the police also give clear instruction on what can or cant be said so as to avoid potentially jeopardising any information.. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He said he was assaulted for the first time after being taken back to his home during a lunch break and was so confused that he froze. He is openly gay and became one of the first people in Britain to take part in a same sex wedding when he married his partner in April 2014 on the first day the new law came into effect. Would you like to join Honiton Town Council? John Humphreys, 59, was found guilty of three counts of serious sexual assault and seven of indecent assault at Exeter Crown Court. He alleges that besides making no progress on the case, the police harassed him. History was made in Exmouth on Saturday as mayor John Humphreys and teacher David Marston said I do on Saturday. John Humphreys was an East Devon councillor for around 20 years, and at one point also mayor of Exmouth. 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