A former firefighter raped a girl over a three year period which started when she was just 13.
Kevin Jones, of Norman Road, Runcorn, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Friday, January 27 where he pleaded guilty to six sexual offences, including three counts of rape of a girl under 16. All of the abuse happened over a three year period when the schoolgirl was aged between 13 and 16 years old.
The court heard the 49-year-old committed the offences up until Monday, September 19 2022.
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Jones returned to court on Wednesday, May 31, where he was sentenced to 10 years in prison plus five years on licence.
Detective Constable Michaela Flynn from Cheshire Police, who led the investigation, said: “Firstly, I would like to recognise the bravery and determination that the victim has shown throughout this investigation. What Jones put her through was truly horrifying, he systematically abused her over a three-year period in order to fulfil his own sexual gratification.
“The sentence handed to Jones reflects the severity of his crime and I hope that his conviction will encourage other victims to come forward. We treat all reports of sexual offences extremely seriously and we will always do our best to ensure offenders are brought to justice.”
To report any sexual offence, call Cheshire Constabulary on 101 or visit the police website. Information can also be given anonymously, via Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.
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