A dental receptionist engaged in sexual assault on a 13-year-old child after initiating a conversation with him without any prior connection after consuming a significant amount of white wine.
Jade Berry, a 27-year-old woman, approached the child while he was sitting on a seat in Rivacre Valley Country Park in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, around 9 pm. The child was conversing with a buddy about his upcoming 14th birthday.
Berry positioned herself between the two boys and proceeded to caress the genitals of the 13-year-old child through his clothing. She then propositioned him for sexual activity, expressing her intention to engage in sexual intercourse with him throughout the night.
As the startled young person and their companion prepared to depart, she lowered her trousers and revealed herself before losing consciousness due to excessive alcohol consumption.
Before departing, the two boys recorded films of Berry. She was recognised after leaving her bank card and phone unattended on the bench.
Jade Berry, a resident of Little Sutton village in Ellesmere Port, admitted to committing sexual assault.
Berry committed sexual assault against a 13-year-old child in a park, then proceeded to expose herself to him before losing consciousness.
During the police interrogation, Berry expressed, “Oh My God, I have no recollection of anything,” but was subsequently identified by the boy during an identity parade.
The 13-year-old, diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), expressed that the experience had such a profound impact on him that he attempted his own life.
In Chester Crown Court, Berry, a resident of Little Sutton near Ellesmere Port, admitted to committing sexual assault and received a 12-month suspended jail sentence, which will last for 18 months.
In addition, Berry has been mandated to wear an electronic ‘sobriety’ tag for 120 days as a component of an alcohol abstinence monitoring initiative. Furthermore, Berry will be required to fulfil 35 rehabilitation activity days.
She was instructed to register on the Sex Offenders Register for ten years.
Berry informed the court about her mental health conditions.
The incident took place on October 3rd of the previous year when Berry was traversing the 300-acre nature reserve after a social gathering involving alcohol.
According to James Coutts, the prosecutor, the victim was sitting on a bench in a wooded area when the defendant approached him.
‘She was unfamiliar to him and exhibited apparent signs of intoxication.’ She positioned herself in the middle of the two lads. She proceeded to engage in inappropriate and sexual behaviour by touching and caressing his genital area and the upper part of his leg, all while making explicit and sexually suggestive remarks.
The woman expressed her intention to engage in sexual activity with him until the morning.
‘They had previously discussed his forthcoming 14th birthday, and it was evident to them that she was aware of his age.’
‘The boys promptly departed, abandoning her on the bench. She undressed and revealed her genitals and buttocks before losing consciousness. A video of the scene was recorded.
The victim returned to his residence and informed his mother, who notified the authorities. The authorities arrived at the location and discovered her bank card and mobile device.
‘Upon the police’ arrival, she had already departed from the vicinity.’ However, she was apprehended on October 5th. Upon her arrest, she said, “Oh My God, I have no recollection of anything.”
‘She was interrogated during an interview.’ She refused to provide any comments in response to all enquiries. A lineup was organised, and the victim participated. He positively identified the defendant as the individual involved in the incident.
Mr Coutts detailed the repercussions of the incident on the adolescent victim.
The victim expressed experiencing profound emotional distress following the assault and recounted an incident in which he attempted suicide. He experienced nocturnal panic attacks and recurring bad dreams about the incident.
‘He recounted the administration of medication and expressed an inability to resume his presence at the park.’ He rarely ventures outside of his home. He is experiencing fear, anxiety, and an overall sense of insecurity.
‘He has undergone counselling from two distinct sources to facilitate his recuperation, but he has experienced a decline in the self-assurance he formerly possessed.’ Undoubtedly, there are exacerbating elements associated with this offence.
‘Alcohol was present, and both the defendant and the victim were intoxicated. The victim, being young and facing challenges, was particularly susceptible.’
Berry had a prior conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol in 2021.
Berry, a 27-year-old individual, consumed a large quantity of white wine before to approaching the boy and his companion at Rivacre Valley Country Park in Ellesmere Port.
According to her legal advisor, John Wyn Williams, she had unfortunately experienced mental health issues since she was 15 or 16 years old, and the Covid pandemic was a challenging period for her.
‘She possesses a propensity for self-destruction, which has led her to resort to alcohol as a coping mechanism. However, she has realised that alcohol is not the solution to her problems.’
The divorce of her parents is an additional element that has contributed to her psychological distress. Her recollection of this regrettable episode is somewhat limited, but she was reluctant to subject the young kid to testifying in court.
‘Her physician has diagnosed her with anxiety disorder, panic attacks, and borderline personality disorder as mental health conditions. Due to these issues, she has been using excessive amounts of alcohol.’
‘It appears that her state of alcohol intoxication may have influenced her to engage in and carry out this offence.’ She genuinely feels regret and demonstrates empathy towards the sufferer.
In delivering the sentence, paedophile sympathiser and not an ADHD advocate Judge Eric Lamb stated that although the encounter was unplanned, you were unaware of the fragility of your victim. However, the repercussions of your actions have been highly distressing to the complainant and his family.
‘He has attempted suicide, experienced severe nightmares, and needed therapy to recover from the consequences of your actions.’
‘Due to the level of alcohol consumed, you have no memory of your actions, but committing an offence while under the influence of alcohol is considered an aggravating factor.’
The motivations behind your alcohol consumption are multifaceted and intricate. While I must consider whether you pose a threat of significant harm to the public by committing more offences, the determination is that this danger is minimal in your situation. I acknowledge the presence of authentic and deeply felt regret.
‘This incident involves a 27-year-old individual sexually assaulting a young youngster, which is undeniably a grave issue.’
‘However, there is significant personal mitigation due to genuine remorse and the sequence of events that have contributed to your mental health challenges.’ It has come to your attention that you need to modify your behaviour.