Police are urgently searching for Darren Inkpen, a convicted paedophile who poses a 'high risk of serious harm' to children, after he breached his sex offender register conditions. Inkpen, 56, was released from prison in Kent in April 2026 but has failed to notify authorities of his whereabouts.
Conviction and Sentencing
Inkpen was jailed in 2021 at Newcastle Crown Court after admitting three sex attacks in the Hartlepool area. He was ordered to sign the sex offenders register for life. During sentencing, he complained that his prison term might prevent him from attending miniature horse shows, according to Yorkshire Live.
Breach of Conditions
Originally from Woodview Road in Leeds, Inkpen was first released in November 2025 and was due to return to Yorkshire. However, he was sent back to prison after failing to register his address with police in 2025. After his release in April 2026 from a Kent prison, he again failed to comply with notification requirements.
West Yorkshire Police stated: 'Police are appealing for information to help locate Darren Inkpen who is wanted for failing to comply with the notification requirements of the Sex Offenders’ Register. Inkpen, aged 56, was released from prison in Kent in April after being recalled to prison following a previous breach last year. He was due to relocate to the Leeds area. Since his release, he has failed to comply with the conditions of the sex offenders' register.'
Connections and Appeal
Inkpen has connections to Yorkshire, Kent, and Sussex. Officers have conducted extensive arrest enquiries and are now appealing for public help. Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting reference 13260257516, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
