COURT SENTENCING

Sentencing for Assaults

Yesterday, (Monday 9 September 2024), The Royal Court sentenced 61-year-old Terence Michael Tremarco to 456 hours of community service after he pleaded guilty to all nine grave and criminal assault charges and one common assault charge.

All ten assaults were historic, dating back to between 1994 and 2000. Tremarco’s victim reported these incidents to police in 2007 but Tremarco had left the island before he could be spoken to. When the victim learned of his return she contacted police again and the investigation was reopened. Tremarco was arrested in November 2023 and has appeared in court in April 2024 where he pleaded guilty to the charges after which, he was remanded in custody until his sentencing.

 

Detective Constable Jenny Docherty from the Public Protection Unit said: “No matter how long ago offences took place, these can always be reported to the police, we will do everything in our power to see offenders such as this face the courts. Anyone else who has experienced abuse at any time can come forward and speak to officers whenever they feel they can.”


There are several local agencies that offer advice and support:

Jersey Domestic and Sexual Abuse Support (JDAS) offer specialist support and guidance in relation to domestic or sexual abuse incidents. Support is provided before, during and after any police investigation or court hearing. It is also available when police are not involved. Call: 01534 880505 or email JDAS@gov.je

 

The SARC at Dewberry House provide expert independent and confidential support to victims of sexual abuse. The Centre comprises of a team of experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience in advising, supporting and treating anyone who has been raped or sexually assaulted. Call: 01534 888222.

 

FREEDA (Freedom from Domestic Abuse) offer a 24-hour helpline, access to safe accommodation as well as help and support for victims of domestic abuse. Tel: 0800 7356836.


Victims First Jersey is a free and independent service offering confidential support to victims and witnesses of crime. Tel: 0800 7351612.

 

The Safeguarding Partnership Board help agencies to work together to safeguard children and adults at risk. Reporting concerns about a child – call: 01534 519000, concerned about an adult – call 01534 444440.