They were convicted of a variety of offenses, including rape, theft, drug dealing and violent crimes.
Their stories serve as a stark reminder of the consequences of criminal behaviour in our community.

17. Andrew Sullivan
Andrew Sullivan attempted to cover up his sexual offences against children by blaming an imaginary twin. He was charged with three counts of Sexual touching of a male child, causing a male child to engage in sexual activity, possession of indecent images of children and breach of a SHPO. Sullivan, 32, now of no fixed abode, but formerly of Dickson Road, Blackpool, was sentenced at Canterbury Crown Court on Friday, May 23. He was jailed for 12 years and will be required to sign the sex offenders register for life. | Lancashire Police

18. Stephen Bosanko
Double killer Stephen Bosanko is beginning yet another prison sentence for carrying out smash and grab raids on three shops in Preston – one using a two-foot-long axe. He was jailed for 22 months. | Lancashire Police

19. Adam Larkin
Adam Larkin was caught stealing £80 worth of meat and cheese despite being banned from all Asda, Aldi, and Co-op stores in Lancashire. Larkin, 37, of Lyons Lane, Chorley appeared before Preston Magistrates' Court on May 8 where he pleaded guilty to the offence and was sentenced to eight months in prison. | Lancashire Police
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