Salisbury man jailed for abusing child in retail store

Monday, 8 September 2025 06:05

A Salisbury man has been jailed for sexually abusing a child at the retail store where he was working.

Joseph Marriott, 33, of St Andrew’s Road, Salisbury, was sentenced at Swindon Crown Court on Thursday (4th September), having previously been found guilty of two counts of causing/inciting a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity.

He had previously admitted breaching his Sexual Harm Prevention Order.

His Honour Jason Taylor KC sentenced Marriott to 10 years' custody - comprising 4 years 6 months imprisonment and 5 years 6 months on licence. He must also abide by the terms of an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and register with the police indefinitely.

In addition, he must pay a £228 surcharge.

The court heard how Marriott abused the child in the back room of the Salisbury store where he was employed, while her parents were shopping.

DC Billy Baker said, “I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the young survivor and her family, who have remained resolute and dignified throughout this ordeal; their support has been invaluable in bringing this offender to justice.”

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