Adam Arnold Crawley Paedophile was culpable of “systematic” abuse of his victim in Sussex. The girl was between the ages of 10 and fourteen during the sexual assaults. She experienced “trauma and distress” and felt unable of disclosing her situation until the previous year.
Adam Arnold, 32, was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment at Hove Crown Court.
He confessed to four charges of child rape and eight charges of additional serious sexual offences.
Adam Arnold perpetrated the heinous crimes on several occasions.
Detective Constable Ellen Jones stated: “Arnold became acquainted with his victim and commenced this horrific and systematic abuse five years ago, which she endured in secrecy until she felt empowered to confide in someone last year, leading to our immediate notification.”
“We promptly initiated action, resulting in Adam Arnold’s arrest.
This young girl has privately borne the anguish and distress of her experiences, and we commend her fortitude and determination in now assisting both our inquiry and the prosecution.
Adam Arnold, an unemployed resident of Webb Close, Crawley, has been incarcerated and will be classified as a sex offender for life.
The court additionally instituted a Sexual Harm Prevention Order, prohibiting him from accessing children in the future.
District of Columbia Ellen Jones issued a call for victims of sexual abuse to step forward.
She stated: “If you are a victim of sexual abuse, or are aware of someone who is, regardless of the recency, please contact us at any time confidentially to arrange a discussion with experienced investigators.”
“We have specialised officers who can assist you in obtaining a variety of independent advice and support.”
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