Man, 69, jailed for non-recent sexual offences in Lincolnshire
He's been jailed for eight-and-a-half years and banned from working with children or vulnerable adults
A man has been jailed for non-recent sexual offences that took place between 2004 and 2010 in Lincolnshire.
69-year-old Larry Roberts has been jailed for eight-years-and-six-months; placed on the Sex Offenders register for life; given an indefinite restraining order; and banned from working with children or vulnerable adults.
Despite pleading not guilty, he was found guilty of:
- five counts of engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child aged 13 to 15
- the sexual assault of a child by intentionally touching private areas of her body to which she did not consent
The officer in charge of the case, Detective Constable Sarah Oliver from the Protecting Vulnerable People Unit, said: “The complainants in this case have lived with the impact of these events throughout their adult lives.
"It was through their resilience and determination that they found the courage to come forward and ensure their voices were heard. This journey has been incredibly challenging for both of them, but I hope this outcome has provided a sense of validation. This recognition is profoundly significant for them, affirming that what they were subjected to had truly happened.
“I am immensely proud of them. Their strength in standing tall and speaking out deserves acknowledgment and considerable respect.
“I want to reassure anyone who may have questions about historical incidents: the passage of time should never prevent victims from coming forward. If you choose to speak out, you will be listened to, believed, and supported throughout the entire process.
“Our commitment is to do everything possible to gather strong, reliable evidence that meets judicial standards, so we can pursue the justice you deserve.”