Lawrence Pollard, A ‘REPUGNANT’ Middleton on the Wolds Paedophile sex offender who perpetrated offences against three youngsters, has received a 16-year prison sentence.
Lawrence Pollard, residing on Front Street in Middleton on the Wolds, was sentenced yesterday (June 29) at Hull Crown Court after entering a plea of not guilty to 17 charges of child sexual abuse from the 1970s.
Lawrence Pollard, 76, was convicted on 15 charges of historical child sexual crimes after a seven-day trial.
Officer in the case, Detective Police Constable Stephen Bromby of Humberside Police, said: “This was a complex investigation, and we made sure no stone was left unturned to bring this despicable man to justice.
“Lawrence Pollard abused his position of trust and preyed on three innocent and vulnerable children for his sick sexual gratification. I am reassured that he is now facing considerable time behind bars.
“I sincerely commend those affected for their bravery in coming forward and reporting these offences to us in 2018 and for their strength throughout the investigation and court proceedings.
“Whilst the result at court will not take away the pain and suffering endured at the hands of this criminal, I hope it will bring the victims a sense of justice.
“I would like to reassure anyone who has suffered sexual abuse, whether recent or historical, that you will be listened to and supported. We take all reports of this nature incredibly seriously. Whenever victims are ready to come forward, we will be there to listen and will act relentlessly to ensure sex offenders are held to account.”
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