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Abuse survivor speaks out for 'others who live in silence'
Summary
A man who sexually abused a teenager over 20 years ago was sentenced to 38 months in prison, with the final four months suspended. The victim, who was 16 at the time, spoke out during the sentencing, saying that the abuse had stolen his childhood and left him with lasting trauma. He described the abuse as a secret he carried for years, leading to isolation, drug use, and a damaged relationship with his mother. The court heard that the abuse occurred over a year and involved mutual touching and oral rape. The accused, who had a previous conviction for sexual assault, was convicted on ten counts of gross indecency. The judge noted the prolonged nature of the offense and imposed consecutive sentences. The victim expressed gratitude to those who supported him and said he now feels seen and heard for the first time. The unnamed 62-year-old pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Abuse survivor speaks out for 'others who live in silence'. Charges or matters: a number of offences but was convicted by a jury following a trial at the Central Criminal Court last March. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Convicted
When:
- 2003 and 2004 Other
- 2026-05-11 Publication
Why: He said the abuse damaged his relationship with his mother and because he could not be truthful with her, he became distant. CNI source report
Case subjects
Convicted Person
Charges: a number of offences but was convicted by a jury following a trial at the Central Criminal Court last March (Proven)
Plea: Not guilty
Finding: Convicted
Outcome: Convicted; Today, Mr Justice Paul Burns imposed a global sentence of 38 months. He imposed a global sentence of 38 months, with the final four months suspended.
Places mentioned
- Central Criminal Court
Topics
Drugs Stage Sentence Theft Violent Crime
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