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Sunday World
14 hours ago
- Sunday World
Pervert pensioner jailed after breaching court order
SEX OFFENDER | Convicted sex offender Stephen Ford Hutchinson downloaded a social media app without permission. Stephen Ford Hutchinson Sentencing Stephen Ford Hutchinson at Antrim Magistrates Court, sitting in Ballymena, District Judge Nigel Broderick told the 70-year-old he had been 'extremely fortunate' to get a suspended sentence for the index offences of attempted sexual communication with a child. 'In conjunction with that sentence the court imposed a Sexual Offences Prevention Order and the purpose of that was to reduce the risk to the public, especially in terms of sexual communication with children' he told Hutchinson. The judge said it was 'particularly concerning' that Hutchinson had downloaded and used the Telegram app which, according to police, 'is notorious for being used by criminals seeking to hide their conduct and behaviour.' Stephen Ford Hutchinson News in 90 Seconds - Tuesday, July 29 Earlier this year Hutchinson, from the Curran Road in Larne, admitted he had breached the SOPO on 7 April by downloading the app without prior approval from his Designated Risk Manager. The SOPO, an order designed to protect the public, was put in place last year after Hutchinson was convicted of attempting to sexually communicate with a child between 18 July and 1 August 2022. In that case the pensioner, who had also entered guilty pleas to three charges of having extreme pornography, had been ensnared by a paedophile hunter group whose decoy had been posing as a 14-year-old girl. The court heard how he had exchanged highly sexualised messages with the decoy and that believing he was talking to a teenage girl, he sent her explicit images of himself. During the contest, Hutchinson's testimony was at times bizarre as he claimed that he was a 'digital soldier' helping to combat against 'dark forces' involved in 'molesting children and sexualising children, indoctrinating them in schools and cannibalism.' Read more 'I believe it involves Satanic ritual child abuse and worldwide trafficking of children,' the 70-year-old told the court, claiming that at the time of the offending he had been 'tracking what was purported to be the greatest military intelligence operation in the history of the planet.' 'It was an online thing, I'm not a member of it, just tracking that's all and we had been led to believe that there was an emergency alert system imminent whereby a worldwide alert had been put out and the military would come in and take over.' In October last year, Judge Broderick imposed a five-month jail sentence, suspended for three years and commented that 'from what he has told probation that he is living in a different world - he seems to be delusional.' In court today (tues), a prosecuting lawyer confirmed that having spoken to Hutchinson's Designated Risk Manager (DRM), he confirmed that if the pensioner had asked for approval for the app, 'that would not have been granted.' 'It is notorious for criminals trying to hide their behaviour and liaising with like-minded individuals, ' he told the court. Defence counsel Nadine Knight said that according to Hutchinson himself, the police had looked through the app and had found only 'innocuous' material, adding that the pensioner 'is entirely remorseful' for the breach. 'He realises it puts his liberty at risk because he is in breach of a suspended sentence' as well as breaching the SOPO itself, said the barrister who highlighted that Hutchinson has been diagnosed with 'persistent delusional disorder' as well as living as an 'isolated individual.' Judge Broderick said however, 'I'm of the view that the custody threshold is crossed' so he imposed three months for the breach and activated five months of the previously suspended sentence, ordering them too be served consecutively.
New York Times
15 hours ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Lions scrimmage notes: Aidan Hutchinson impresses, Brian Branch excels
ALLEN PARK, Mich. — It was scrimmage day for Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions. He was as giddy as you'd imagine. 'This will be good, it'll be competitive,' Campbell said this morning. 'First chance to get a pretty good dose without it being scripted. Here we go, man.' Campbell said he wanted to get the starters and key reserves the majority of the workload since they won't play in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game vs. the Los Angeles Chargers. The first-team offense and defense faced one another for seven drives, with the second-team getting three. Advertisement Here's what we saw. This recap focuses on the starting reps, since that's what the Lions tried to do. Here are the seven drives featuring the starting offense vs. the starting defense (with some reserves mixed in). Drive No. 1: Drive No. 2: Drive No. 3: Drive No. 4: Drive No. 5: Drive No. 6: Drive No. 7: Hutchinson, as you can see above, did some damage on Tuesday. He recorded at least three sacks (four if you count the final series) and had a run stops as well. If you're eager to chalk this up to reps vs. second-team tackle Dan Skipper, you should know that Hutchinson beat Sewell in Tuesday's practice and has gone toe-to-toe with Sewell and won throughout training camp. The most notable takeaway here is that Hutchinson looks phenomenal. There's no rust, no hesitation, no restrictions in place. He looks like the guy who led the league in pressures, sacks and win rate before his injury. And that's all you could want as a Lions fan. The Lions held a scrimmage this morning. Starting offense and defense got the bulk of the work. Aidan Hutchinson was the best player on the field. Had him with three sacks (with a fourth the team didn't credit). He looks phenomenal. — Colton Pouncy (@colton_pouncy) July 29, 2025 Gibbs wanted to wear No. 1 this year. That went to Williams, with Gibbs taking on No. 0 this year. He'll have to settle for being the No. 1 back instead. One thing that's been clear as these practices have unfolded is that Gibbs is usually the first back on the field with the starters. In past years, you'd often see Montgomery get the first bulk of carries before Gibbs takes the field. There was a clear pecking order in practice, and that often translated to games. Maybe it's nothing to read into, but there are a few factors to consider. This doesn't mean Montgomery won't be used. He's looked phenomenal himself. But it seems like the Lions want Gibbs on the field as much as possible, while maintaining a fair workload for each. Something to monitor. If you do a command-F search of this article, you'll probably find Branch's name littered throughout the scrimmage recap. He was everywhere. If you told me you thought Branch was the best player on the field, I wouldn't argue it. He spent time in the box, back deep at safety and in the slot at nickel. His PBU vs. St. Brown was one of the plays of the day — in man coverage, asked to cover an All-Pro WR who wins routinely — and did it without much trouble. He shot out of a cannon for a sack on the fourth drive. It's July 29. If Branch stays healthy, he'll be an All-Pro this year. Check back on this in early January. (Photo of Aidan Hutchinson: Junfu Han / USA Today / Imagn Images)
Indianapolis Star
a day ago
- General
- Indianapolis Star
Youth homelessness in Indiana: An invisible -- but not hopeless -- struggle
Indiana public schools have reported an estimated 44% increase in homeless students from the 2020-21 to the 2023-24 school years. This mirrors a national trend, with youth homelessness rising by an estimated 32% across the United States. Much of our data originates from the Department of Education, which under the McKinney-Vento Act of 1987, defines homeless children as 'individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.' Breaking the cycle of chronic homelessness, community leaders and advocates say, must start by supporting youths who don't have a place to call home. Without early intervention, the trauma of being homeless — both physical and emotional — can leave lasting scars on individuals and ripple effects throughout our communities. 'It was nightmarish,' Victor Hutchinson of Indianapolis said of his childhood spent bouncing between homeless shelters and staying with friends alongside his mother. Now 24, Hutchinson is a participant in Outreach Indiana — a local nonprofit working to equip and empower young Hoosiers between the ages 14–24 experiencing homelessness. For many Hoosiers, youth homelessness is an invisible issue. It's often hidden, undocumented, and underreported. And it looks very different from adult homelessness. Homeless youth may sleep on the street one night and on a friend's couch the next. This kind of intermittent homelessness makes it harder for them to qualify for state assistance programs, which often prioritize chronically homeless adults. The IndyStar estimates there were 22,114 homeless students (Pre K-12) in Indiana during the 2023-24 school year. The most recent count represents a 44% increase from the five-year low of 15,373 in 2020-21 school year. Of Indiana's homeless students, 28% of lived in Marion County in the 2022-23 school year, according to SchoolHouse Connection and Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan Youth homelessness is fueled by a range of factors, including family breakdowns, forced evictions, and cultural beliefs that turning 18 marks the end of parental responsibility, often forcing young adults out of their homes. 'I always felt like I was on the journey by myself, because we didn't have adults around us who could give us proper guidance, they didn't know what to do," said Trinity Hopkins, a 24-year-old local author and current Outreach participant. "So how could I expect them to teach me?' Homeless students consistently fall behind their housed peers in academic performance. For example, only 57% of homeless students were proficient in third-grade early literacy assessments, according to the Brightlane Learning Homeless Education 2024 Report. That's 1.4 times lower than the 82% proficiency rate among housed students. Several factors contribute to this gap: Lack of quality sleep, which is essential for a child's development and learning. Higher rates of serious health issues, such as asthma, which affect nearly twice as many homeless students compared to their housed peers. Food insecurity, with homeless students having reduced access to nutritious meals and being twice as likely to skip breakfast. 'Food insecurity is further exacerbated during the summer months, as many students rely on school for guaranteed meals like breakfast and lunch,' said Barbara Duffield, Executive Director of SchoolHouse Connection, a national nonprofit focused on ending homelessness through education. Loss of safety and structure: According to the Department of Education, nearly 80% of homeless students are 'doubled up,' meaning they share housing with others due to economic hardship. Constant movement makes it difficult to maintain stability. Missed learning opportunities: Homeless students often miss out on summer enrichment programs, especially when they move between school districts. College students face renewed homelessness: Many campuses close dorms during summer, leaving unhoused students without shelter. 'They come back to Indy, for example, and they are homeless again,' said Andrew Neal. Statewide data reveals a troubling racial disparity: According to SchoolHouse Connection and Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan, Black or African American students made up 31% of homeless students in Indiana (2022-23), despite representing only 11% of the overall student population. This overrepresentation reflects broader systemic inequities. African Americans are disproportionately affected across all categories of homelessness in Indiana, highlighting the urgent need to address racial bias and structural barriers in housing, education, and social services. Allow minors to apply for health insurance independently, such as Medicaid, without requiring parental consent. Eliminate racial disparities in housing, including discriminatory evictions, loan denials, and high housing costs. Repeal laws that criminalize homelessness, shifting the focus from punishment to support. Intervene early in a young person's housing crisis to prevent long-term or chronic homelessness in adulthood. The Public Policy Institute at Indiana University emphasizes that to curb the rise in youth homelessness, the state must strengthen programming for unhoused youth. This includes allowing unaccompanied minors to access healthcare, addressing racial inequities in housing, and, most urgently, ending the criminalization of homelessness. Currently, laws in Indiana make it illegal for people without homes to do basic things like sleep outside, sit in public spaces, stay in their cars, or ask for help. These laws can result in tickets, fines, or even arrests — punishments that only deepen the struggles of young people trying to survive. If we got rid of these laws, homeless youth could rest safely, get the help they need, and look for jobs without worrying about getting in trouble for trying to survive. Beyond the human cost, criminalizing homelessness is also financially inefficient. A national study found that placing a homeless youth in the criminal justice system for one-year costs $53,665, compared to just $5,887 to permanently move that same youth off the streets. The Indiana University Policy Institute found between 2021 and 2023, Indiana's corrections spending nearly doubled, from $849 million to an estimated $1.7 billion. Other cities have found success with more compassionate approaches. In 2015, Milwaukee County launched a Housing First Initiative, providing housing without preconditions. The results were dramatic: municipal violations dropped by 82%, and the homeless population fell from 1,521 to 900. 'If we truly want to address street homelessness, we need to focus more on upstream factors, cutting it off at the source, when a young person first becomes unhoused,' said Neal of Outreach Indiana. "The longer a youth remains on the streets, the more trauma they experience and the more likely they are to face long-term, chronic homelessness.' Fortunately, organizations like Outreach Indiana are already doing the groundwork, offering essentials like fresh clothes, hot meals, showers, and a safe, welcoming space for youth in need. 'I feel like this is a safe home for me… and I come here every chance I get. I wish they had housing because I would literally live here. You can tell they put love into it. Even if it's a bad day, you wouldn't know,' said Trinity Hopkins. But Outreach goes beyond the basics. They help youth build futures. 'If you need anything — literally anything — they're willing to help. They paid for my for-hire exam so I could start driving commercial vehicles (CDL),' said Victor Hutchinson, who recently started working at a moving company with Outreach's support. His advice to other young people facing homelessness is simple but powerful. 'It takes a lot of patience, so just endure. Endure all of it," Hutchinson said. "Because you know, within time, something will come up. Something will get better.' Outreach Youth Hotline: (317) 699-1994
Axios
2 days ago
- Business
- Axios
BlackRock's Panama ports deal gets more complicated
CK Hutchinson of Hong Kong on Monday said that it plans to add a "major strategic" Chinese investor to its $22.8 billion ports deal with BlackRock, adding that an exclusive negotiating period between the two firms has expired. Why it matters: This complicates March's landmark agreement that would transfer control of 43 ports in 23 countries, including two in Panama that President Trump has threatened to retake by force. State of play: China called Hutchinson's initial deal a "betrayal," and today's announcement appears aimed at securing Beijing's approval. The company didn't provide many additional details, except to say talks are ongoing, but the FT reports that state-owned shipper Cosco is the unnamed investor. Zoom in: BlackRock's initial agreement was bifurcated between the Panama ports and all the rest, although the entire package is currently on hold. Don't be surprised if Cosco, or another PRC-tied investor, only buys into the non-Panama piece. Talks are ongoing, and it appears that Hutchinson was required to let the exclusive negotiating period expire in order to introduce a new investor. Even if a deal were announced shortly, it could take years to close.
NBC Sports
4 days ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard: Aidan Hutchinson looks better than he was before injury
Kelvin Sheppard will have a great chance for success in his first year as the Lions' defensive coordinator if defensive end Aidan Hutchinson regains the form he had before fracturing his leg in Week Six last season, but Sheppard isn't stopping there when it comes to what he's seen from Hutchinson early in training camp. Hutchinson rehabbed with an eye on a potential return for the Super Bowl and he kept working after those hopes were dashed by the Commanders in the divisional round of the playoffs. He's been practicing without restrictions at camp and Sheppard said that the work has been of an even higher quality than he expected to see. 'Listen I'm not saying anything about numbers, statistics or any of that. But, I see a better player than we had last year,' Sheppard said, via Eric Woodyard of 'And you might be like, 'Woah.' Like, that's the same thing I said when I saw him out there. I'm like, 'Woah.'' Hutchinson broke his ankle while at Michigan in 2020 and then returned with 14 sacks to propel the Wolverines to the playoffs the next year. He also propelled himself to the Lions with the second overall pick in the 2022 draft and Sheppard's comments suggest a similar rebound may be taking shape this time around.
