Joshua Curley Jailed For 36 Weeks At Warwick Crown Court
Joshua Curley, a 22-year-old resident of Whitley Village in Coventry, was sentenced to 36 weeks in prison at Warwick Crown Court after repeatedly violating a Slavery and Trafficking Prevention Order (STPO) by contacting teenagers online. The court heard that Curley sent messages to a 14-year-old on Instagram, a 16-year-old regarding a potential meetup, and a 17-year-old through a Snapchat group named ‘Slavery‘.
Prior Convictions and Order Breaches in Whitley Village
The STPO was originally imposed on Curley in October 2024 following his previous association with drug gangs in Coventry. Court records show he accumulated nine previous convictions spanning 15 offences alongside three prior suspended sentences. Presiding over the case, Judge Matthew Walsh stated he was “cynical” about Curley changing his ways.
West Midlands Police Issue Modern Slavery Appeal
Following the sentencing, West Midlands Police urged local communities to remain vigilant regarding exploitation. A force spokesperson stated that communities hold a vital role in identifying abuse and encouraged anyone suspecting modern slavery or human trafficking to report it as soon as safety permits.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Coventry Case
When was Joshua Curley subjected to the Slavery and Trafficking Prevention Order?
The court placed Curley under the STPO in October 2024 after linking him to local drug gangs in Coventry.
How long is Curley’s prison sentence?
Judge Matthew Walsh sentenced the 22-year-old to 36 weeks behind bars at Warwick Crown Court for multiple breaches of the order.
Which social media platforms were used to contact the minors?
Curley contacted underage individuals via Instagram and a Snapchat group carrying the title ‘Slavery’.
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