Hull man jailed for non-recent sexual offences against children
The offences happened in Hull and Hessle in the 1980s.
A 74 year-old man from Hull's been jailed for 24 years for non-recent sexual offences against children.
John Hewitt was found guilty of eight offences against three children, who were aged between 13 and 16 at the time - at Grimsby Crown Court.
The offences took place during the 1980s in Hull and Hessle.
He was convicted of eight counts of rape, nine counts of indecent assault and two counts of indecency with a child.
The charges were brought as part of an investigation into offences which took place during the 1980s in the Hull and Hessle area against three children aged between 13 and 16 years old at the time of the offences.
Detective Superintendent Phil Gadd investigating said: “Hewitt’s actions against three vulnerable children were sickening and incomprehensible. Actions which have had a lasting impact on the victims throughout their lives.
“I want to thank the victims and witnesses and commend them for their bravery and perseverance throughout the investigative process. They have displayed dignity and courage throughout this incredibly difficult time as their patience and understanding has been invaluable whilst we built a strong case against Hewitt.
“They have had had to carry the trauma of his criminal actions since their childhood and I sincerely hope that they are now able to feel some sense of justice has been achieved and they can look to hopefully move forward knowing he is in prison where he belongs.
“I also wish to thank the dedicated investigation team, not least Detective Sergeant Samantha Allen and Detective Constable Stephen Jewell who have shown persistence and commitment throughout the lengthy and difficult investigation.”