A 76-year-old man has been sentenced to six years, with three to be spent in prison, after being convicted of stalking offences.

Geoffrey Lower, of Stanmer Villas, Brighton, terrified his three victims by sending multiple, graphic messages, leaving them voicemails and turning up at their homes between March and December, 2025.

During police interviews, Lower claimed he thought the women – aged 24, 35 and 51 -were interested in a relationship with him.

Some of Lower’s victims were women who worked for agencies assigned to support him after prior stalking offences.

One victim had to start working from home because she feared Lower would turn up at her place of work.

The incidents were reported to Sussex Police, Lower was arrested and subsequently charged with three offences of stalking causing serious alarm or distress.

The women have all been supported by specialist officers.

He pleaded guilty at Lewes Crown Court to all charges and, on Wednesday, 27 May, was sentenced to six years and given a 10-year restraining order against two of the victims and is subject to a Stalking Protection Order, in addition to his custodial sentence.

Detective Sergeant Kerri Bartup said: “I would like to thank the victims for coming forward and supporting this investigation. We know that it takes courage to do so, especially when, for two of the victims, the behaviour they have been subject to was as a result of their professional roles.

“The sentence and orders imposed on the offender highlight the impact this has had on each of their lives.

“Nobody should have to suffer stalking behaviours in their personal or professional lives, and our message to any victims of stalking behaviour is to report to us as soon as possible.

“Sussex Police take all reports of stalking seriously – we will investigate and do all we can to keep you safe. If you believe you are being subject to behaviours that could amount to stalking, please report online, call 101 or dial 999 in an emergency.”