Ex-youth leader jailed for historic sex abuse

Wednesday, 20 May 2026 18:59

By MônFM Newsroom

North Wales Police

A former youth leader has been jailed for 15 years for historic sex abuse against two young boys.

Caernarfon Crown Court heard Paul Vaughan abused his victims multiple times during the early 1980s, including in a tent in Eryri and at a sailing club in Bala.

The 76 year-old from Rhyl, pleaded guilty to a total of 15 charges, including multiple counts of indecency with a child and indecent assault.

In 2023, Vaughan was sentenced to ten years in a separate case involving historic child sex offences.

Following sentencing, the lead investigating officer at North Wales Police described Vaughan as a "dangerous sexual predator".

Detective Constable Andrew Vaughan said: "He used his position to perpetrate offences against victims who trusted him as a figure of authority."

"Thanks to the bravery of previous victims in reporting the instances of abuse, more people have found the courage to come forward resulting in today’s sentence."

"I would ask anyone else who has not already spoken to us, to make contact, safe in the knowledge that you will be listened to."

"As this case demonstrates, we will do everything in our power to pursue offenders and protect the most vulnerable in our society."

"I hope today’s sentencing brings further reassurance to the victims and the wider community that Vaughan can no longer spread fear or harm any further."

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