Wakefield paedophile jailed for 14 years for 'robbing two girls of their childhood'

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Wakefield paedophile jailed for 14 years for 'robbing two girls of their childhood'
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He subjected the children to degrading and humiliating sexual assaults that left them terrified of him

, was found guilty of 10 counts of indecent assault against a girl under 14. The offences date back to the 1990s and began when the girls were aged just four and six.

Poxon subjected the children to degrading and humiliating sexual assaults that left them terrified of him.John Wayne Poxon, 57, of Coniston Crescent, was found guilty of 10 counts of indecent assault against a girl under 14.Detective Sergeant Matthew Brownridge of York CID, said: “Poxon robbed the children of their childhood and his abuse continues to impact on their adult lives to this day.

“I also hope that it encourages other victims to come forward who have suffered similar abuse, no matter when it happened. It is difficult to make that first step, but in doing so, not only could you stop an abuser, you may also protect others from abuse.“You will be listened to and you will be offered support and advice from specialist agencies who can support you through the investigation and beyond.

Police urge any victims of abuse to contact them on 101 or, if you are in immediate danger, by calling 999. Victims who would prefer not to go direct to the police and are not in immediate danger, can contact Supporting Victims direct at supportingvictims.org or call 01609 643100Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Yorkshire Evening Post, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more.

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