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87-year-old convicted child sex offender Iain Wares’ sentencing delayed after health scare

IOL · 26 August 2026 at 17:00

87-year-old convicted child sex offender Iain Wares’ sentencing delayed after health scare

Sentencing proceedings for Iain Wares, a convicted child sex offender, have been postponed to September 4 due to health issues

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