Swindon man found guilty of non-recent sexual assaults on children
The offences happened between 2001 and 2012.
Last updated 15th Aug 2024
A man from Swindon has been found guilty of non-recent sexual assaults on children.
47 year-old Stephen Burrows of Fitkin Court, Redhouse, was found guilty by trial at Swindon Crown Court today.
The offences happened between 2001 and 2012. Burrows has been remanded in custody and is due to be sentenced next month.
Detective Sergeant Chris Hughes said: “The survivors of these assaults were just children when they were sexually abused by Stephen Burrows, who manipulated them both for his own sexual gratification.
“As adults, years after the abuse had stopped, they found the courage to report what happened to them to the police.
“I would like to commend them for their bravery in coming forward and for their conduct throughout this trial.
"Burrow's conviction will not reverse the damage he has done, but I hope that they are able to start moving forward.
“It’s never too late to report child sexual abuse. I encourage anyone who was abused as a child to tell police. Reports of non-recent abuse are handled by officers who are specially trained in supporting victims and dealing with such sensitive cases.”