Amble postman Michael Stewart jailed for sex attacks

Michael Stewart, 63, targeted five women, two of whom have since died, Northumbria Police said.

The Royal Mail described Stewart’s offending as “abhorrent”, apologised to those he targeted in Northumberland, and said it had commissioned an independent review into his offending.

Stewart, of Windsor Terrace, Amble, was found guilty of eight counts of sexual assault, three counts of exposure, and one count of harassment with fear of violence following a trial at Newcastle Crown Court last year.

He was jailed for six years and six months today (Wednesday, February 19), Northumbria Police said.

Stewart will spend the rest of his life on the Sex Offenders’ Register.

Detective Constable Anthony Gourley said: “Michael Stewart is a calculating and dangerous predator who abused his position to target his victims and subject them to traumatic ordeals.

“He has been brought to justice thanks to the extraordinary strength and bravery of those abused to come forward and report the offences.

“Tragically, two of his victims died before seeing Stewart convicted and sentenced.”

(Image: Northumbria Police) DC Gourley added: “We are committed to supporting all victims of sexual offences – and putting offenders before the courts.

“I would urge anyone who has been a victim – regardless of when the offences took place – to come forward.

“Our message is clear – we are here for you.”

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A Royal Mail spokesperson said: “These crimes were abhorrent and had significant, and in cases tragic, consequences for the victims.

“Stewart abused his position of trust.

“This verdict reflects the seriousness of his offences.

“We would like to publicly apologise to the victims, their families, and to others who were targeted.”