Benjamin Leach Botley Paedophile has been sentenced to imprisonment for many rapes and various child sexual offences committed over a period of 20 years throughout the county.
After an inquiry conducted by the Child Abuse Investigation Unit of Thames Valley Police, Benjamin Leach, 35, of Hanson Drive, Botley, was sentenced to 22 years’ imprisonment at Oxford Crown Court on October 28.
On the second day of his trial at the same court on May 23, Benjamin Leach admitted guilt to six charges of raping a child under 13, five charges each of rape and causing a child under 13 to participate in sexual activity, and two charges each of sexual activity with a minor and indecent assault on a male individual.
This indicates that the trial terminated prematurely following his guilty plea.
The court was told Benjamin Leach raped and sexually assaulted two boys numerous times in locations around Oxfordshire from 2001 to 2021.
Benjamin Leach was charged on May 3 last year.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Leanne Moody, of the Child Abuse Investigation Unit, based at Cowley police station, reacted to the sentencing of Leach on Monday.
She welcomed the verdict and issued guidance for those who have experienced historic sexual crimes.
The police investigator said: “Thames Valley Police takes sexual offences against children very seriously, whether this is a recent offence or something which has happened many years ago.
“The victims in this case bravely came forward and reported what had happened to them.
“It is because of their courage and support throughout the police investigation that Benjamin Leach has been brought to justice.
“I would like to reassure the public that we will always look to prosecute anyone who commits sexual offences against children, recent or non-recent.
“You will be supported, no matter what the passage of time, and we will bring offenders to justice.
“Anyone who wishes to speak to us can call 101 or make a report on our website. Support is available on our website.”
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