British Pedophile Captured After 27-Year Manhunt - video

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Pictures courtesy of Liverpool Echo

 

Richard Burrows, an infamous British pedophile, has finally faced justice after evading capture for nearly three decades. He was living under a fake identity in Thailand. The 80-year-old was found guilty at Chester Crown Court of 54 horrendous crimes against young boys. The court detailed his appalling actions on March 17, which included indecent assault and creating indecent images of children.

 

Burrows, currently held at HMP Altcourse, had already admitted to 43 charges, including using false identity documents to escape law enforcement. He is awaiting sentencing for 97 offences on April 7. His crimes date back to 1968, affecting 26 boys in areas like Cheshire and the West Midlands. As a housemaster and scout leader, he abused his role to prey on vulnerable boys.

 

In the 1990s, spurred by similar abuse scandals, victims began speaking out. A thorough investigation by Cheshire Police led to Burrows' initial arrest in April 1997. However, he escaped after being granted bail, prompting a nationwide manhunt. Despite widespread appeals, his whereabouts remained unknown for years.

 

 

 

The breakthrough came in April 2023 when advanced software identified him living as "Peter Smith" in Phuket, Thailand. He had been living under a stolen identity and was known locally for his involvement in advertising and sailing. He was caught at Heathrow Airport after surveillance by Thai police and the UK's National Crime Agency.

 

Detective Inspector Eleanor Atkinson of Cheshire Police led the investigation. She expressed relief at the trial outcome, emphasizing the persistent pursuit of justice. "This case is a warning: no matter how long you hide, we will find you, and you will face justice," she stated.

 

 

The conviction of Burrows sends a strong message about the unwavering efforts to seek justice for victims of sexual offences. Atkinson urges victims to speak out, reassuring them of comprehensive support from police and allied agencies.

 

The bravery of Burrows' victims and law enforcement's relentless pursuit ensured justice was served in the end. Anyone with further information is urged to contact Cheshire Police, as continued cooperation ensures comprehensive justice, reported The Thaiger.

 

 

-- 2025-03-18

 

 

 

[chippendale]

Now it's his turn in prison to be passionately rear ended.

[Purdey]

No mention of any crimes in Thailand. At least the joint cooperation of the two police forces worked out in the end.

[redwood1]

Richard Burrows that name sounds familiar.....

[Harrisfan]

6 minutes ago, redwood1 said:

Richard Burrows that name sounds familiar.....

Other one no S. 

[ExpatOilWorker]

5 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

Other one no S. 

...and the "u" is an "a".

[Hunz Kittisak]

For a moment there I thought it was that travel blogger