Former teacher David Pickthall sentenced to 12 years for decades of child sex offences.

Former teacher and choirmaster David Pickthall, 66, received a 12-year prison sentence for child sex offences against 19 victims over 40 years. Pickthall, an MBE recipient for services to education and charity, admitted to 29 charges including indecent assault, voyeurism, and making indecent images. His crimes occurred from 1980 to 2021 in Essex and London. Police believe there may be more unidentified victims and encourage anyone affected to come forward.

November 11, 2024
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