Fraser Brennan, a Camperdown paedophile who collected pets and sexually molested two minors, has been sentenced to 27 years in prison.
Fraser Brennan inflicted abhorrent abuse on the children, resulting in lasting anguish for both. Newcastle Crown Court was informed that the 35-year-old had previously been convicted of sexually assaulting two other minors when he was 15 or 16 years of age. He received a community order and was subsequently admonished twice for violating a sex offender registration requirement.
Regarding the recent instance, the court was informed that Fraser Brennan maintained a variety of animals, including a bearded dragon, a snake, and bunnies. Fraser Brennan acknowledged that the creatures were appealing to children; nevertheless, the judge noted it was uncertain whether he kept them for that reason.
Fraser Brennan refuted the allegations against the victims but was found guilty of two counts of assault by penetration against one victim, as well as attempted rape and two counts of assault by penetration against the other.
The maltreatment was revealed following a teacher’s notification, leading to Fraser Brennan’s arrest. He persists in refuting any misconduct.
In a victim impact statement, the young individual expressed feeling “more angry than ever” and has engaged in self-harm. They stated that they will always remember it but aspire to leverage the event for personal growth.
The second victim reported persistent unhappiness since the abuse, experiencing sadness, anxiety, and engaging in self-harm.
Judge Christopher Prince sentenced Fraser Brennan, from Camperdown, North Tyneside, to 27 years in prison, accompanied by an extended licence period of an additional six years. He will be required to register as a sex offender indefinitely.
Fiona Lamb, in defence, stated: “There exists an alternative perspective regarding this defendant.” His family is supportive of him. [WOW!]
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