A convicted flasher from Cramlington has been sentenced for failing to register with police as a sex offender while homeless, according to court records.
The individual, who had previously been convicted of indecent exposure, was required to notify authorities of his address under the Sexual Offences Act 2003. However, after becoming homeless, he failed to comply with the registration requirements.
At a hearing at Newcastle Crown Court, the court heard that the man had not updated his details with police, leading to the breach. He was sentenced to a community order with supervision and must continue to register as a sex offender.
Northumbria Police confirmed the case and urged all sex offenders to comply with notification requirements, regardless of their housing situation.
