Sentence
Edward George Waller
Edward George Waller (aged 66) was sentenced at Portsmouth Crown Court on 20 February 2026 to 6 Years for Abuse of position of trust - causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity and 2 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Portsmouth Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 20 February 2026
- Sentence
- 6 Years
- Judge
- Judge Michael Bowes KC (The Honorary Recorder of Portsmouth)
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
2 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Abuse of position of trust - causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity | Custodial immediate |
| Abuse of position of trust - sexual activity | Custodial immediate; Sex Offender Notification Requirements |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of sexual activity with a child while in a position of trust and inciting sexual activity with a child while in a position of trust in Southampton, Hampshire, in 2005. He was found not guilty of rape and a further count of inciting sexual activity with a child while in a position of trust.
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Abuse of trust / Position of power; Vulnerable victim