A TEENAGER described as a “dangerous paedophile” has pleaded guilty to rape and sexual assault.

Archie Collicutt, of Wilcote Riding, Finstock, West Oxfordshire, admitted six charges yesterday on the second day of his trial at Oxford Crown Court.

The 18-year-old admitted rape, two counts of sexual assault, two counts of sexual activity with a child and the attempted rape of a child under 13.

Collicutt committed his crimes against six girls between May and September last year.

Opening the case to the jury, prosecutor Nigel Daly said the teen had access to a caravan where he would take his victims. He said: “Although he is only 18, he is actually a dangerous paedophile. He targets these girls, makes friends with them, and if seduction doesn’t work he’s quite willing to force himself on them.

“He preys on their inexperience ... their immaturity, and if he’s worried he threatens them and their families.”

Mr Daley said the teenager used Facebook and text messages to contact some of his victims, both of which recorded evidence of his crimes.

Collicutt was remanded in custody and will be sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on Wednesday, October 15.

 

 

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