76-year-old man from Newport jailed for sexual offences against children
Robert Pomroy has been sentenced to 13 years and four months in jail at Cardiff Crown Court
The 76-year-old from Newport, previously pleaded guilty to twelve offences including the rape of a girl under 13, six counts of sexual touching of a girl under 13 and five counts of taking/making/possessing indecent images of children.
Pomroy was arrested in August 2023 after allegations that he had sexually assaulted three girls, all aged 10 and under at the time, were reported to police.
As part of the investigation, electronic devices, including phones and laptops, from his home were seized and indecent images, across all three categories of severity, were found by officers.
He appeared at Cardiff Crown Court on Wednesday 10 September where he was sentenced to 13 years and four months in prison and issued with a 15-year restraining order.
"His Pomroy's actions have had a ripple effect causing distress and upset"
DC Lauren Price, the officer in charge said:
“Pomroy inflicted abuse on three young girls for his own depraved and selfish sexual gratification, but not only this, his actions have had a ripple effect causing distress and upset to the families of those involved.
"I would like to commend the courage of the victims and witnesses in this case, not only in coming forward to report but throughout the entire investigation.
“While the effects of being a victim of this crime can be longstanding, and nothing can erase the impact this man’s actions has on these girls, I hope today’s sentence can offer a step toward healing for them.
“I also hope that this outcome shows we take all reports of sexual assault seriously and encourage any victim of a sexual offence to contact us with the confidence that they will be listened to, and that we will do everything we can to bring those responsible to justice.”
"Nothing can erase the impact this man’s actions has on these girls"
Gwent Police continued their advice saying:
"If you believe you, or someone you know, is a victim of child sexual abuse you can report by calling 101, sending a direct message or online through our website. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
"You can also report anonymously through Crimestoppers or if you are not ready or willing to speak to the police you can contact our partner agencies who can report on your behalf."