Hull man who sexually abused a child found guilty of a number of offences
The verdicts followed a four-day trial at Hull Crown Court
A man from Hull who sexually abused a child has been found guilty of rape following a trial at Hull Crown Court.
Connor Laud, aged 27, of Trinity House Lane was also found guilty of two counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity
Laud came to the attention of officers after they received a report that a child had disclosed the nature of the sexual abuse they had been subject to by him.
Laud denied all allegations of abuse put to him claiming the child must have become confused. He also denied having a sexual interest in children.
Appearing at Hull Crown Court last week, following a four-day trial a jury returned a verdict finding Laud guilty of the abuse.
Leading the investigation, Detective Constable Gayle Allwood said:
“I’d like to praise the child, and their family for their sheer bravery, I cannot begin to comprehend how they have felt throughout the entirety of this investigation and court proceedings.
“Laud is a perverted and sadistic man who subject an innocent and helpless child to what can only be described as sickening abuse to fulfil his only sexual desires.
“We take reports of sexual offences extremely seriously and we will continue to seek justice for those who have suffered at the hands of predators.
“Our specialist trained officers work closely with partnering and support agencies across the region to support victims and survivors, as well as prevent and bring justice to perpetrators of sexual crimes of any nature.
“When ready, we urge victims to come forward and tell someone, report these crimes to the police and we will do everything we can to hold those accountable.”