A 73-year-old man from Wiltshire has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after being found guilty of multiple child sex offences dating back nearly four decades.
Stefon Winter, formerly of Goatacre near Calne, was convicted in two separate trials at Swindon Crown Court for offences committed against a 13-year-old boy and a five-year-old girl in the 1980s.
At his sentencing hearing on Wednesday (31 July), Judge James Townsend handed down the lengthy sentence after considering two counts of indecent assault by penetration on the five-year-old girl during the 1980s, for which Winter was found guilty in March 2024.
In a separate trial in July 2025, Winter was also convicted of two counts of buggery and three indecent assaults against a 13-year-old boy between 1987 and 1989. The convictions were made under legislation applicable at the time of the offences.
Detective Constable Chris McLoughlin of Wiltshire Police praised the courage of the survivors and said: “This serves as an important reminder that justice can still be served years after any abuse.
“As his Honour Judge Townsend highlighted, Winter has shown no remorse. He has been free for most of the intervening years to lead his own life.
“The survivors have been quite clear throughout, that they have stood up in court, for other victims. Our specialist officers will listen and support you through the process, no matter how long ago the crime may have taken place. I hope this outcome demonstrates that it is never too late to speak out, and that significant justice can still be meted out.
“Most importantly, I would like to commend the survivors in their fortitude throughout the investigation.
“They should be immensely proud of their fortitude and conduct. I hope the result provides some closure, from which they can move forward with their lives and families.”
Wiltshire Police continue to urge anyone who has experienced child abuse, or is concerned about someone else, to come forward. Full details on how to report or seek support can be found on their website:
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