A music teacher has been jailed for engaging in sexual activity with a child almost a decade ago.
Peter MacKenzie Buckby, 44, of East Ayton, Scarborough, was convicted of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and engaging in sexual activity with a child.
The offences were reported to the police in 2022 - but had taken place several years earlier.
Buckby was a music teacher in Scarborough when he sexually assaulted a girl who was under 16 at the time.
Following an investigation by North Yorkshire Police’s Non-Recent Abuse Investigation Team, Buckby was charged. He pleaded not guilty, but was convicted after a trial at York Crown Court on 8 October 2025.
At the same court on 2 December 2025, he was sentenced to four years and three months in jail.
Detective Constable Suzanne Hall, who led the investigation, said:
“The victim displayed exceptional bravery in coming forward and giving evidence against Buckby – ensuring he faced the consequences of his actions.
“I hope this case sends a clear message that it is never too late to contact the police. If you have been sexually assaulted, no matter when it happened, please get in touch. We will listen to you, support you, and work with you to secure justice.”


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