Child sex gang JAILED for 89 years: Eight ‘predatory’ men abused girls as young as 13
A CHILD sex gang has been jailed for nearly 90 years with the eight “predatory” men abusing girls as young as 13 in a car they dubbed the “s**gwagon”.
Express.co.uk
Wed, Jun 13, 2018
The gang, aged 36 to 48, were branded “predatory and cynical” by a judge as the court heard the men plied the girls with drink and drugs at parties in Oxford.
Judge Peter Ross said the case uncovered “systematic and widespread grooming”.
The sex attacks took place between 1998 and 2005 when the victims were aged between 13 and 17.
Investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Nicola Douglas, of the Thames Valley Police Major Crime Unit, said: “I would like to say a huge thank you to the victims who have all demonstrated such courage and bravery throughout the investigation and during the trial.
“I know nothing can ever undo the unimaginable suffering they were put through, but I hope it gives them some comfort to know these men have finally been held accountable for the abhorrent crimes they committed.
“None of the perpetrators have admitted their guilt or shown any remorse. Various defences were deployed throughout this lengthy and complex trial, but the jury remained focused and diligent and were able to reach their guilty verdicts on the evidence presented.
“The impact of these offences on the victims, their families and relationships cannot be underestimated. There are devastating consequences which last long after the offence is committed.
“Without these women telling their stories, perpetrators who exploit and commit serious sexual offences against some of the most vulnerable children and young adults in our communities will remain hidden, unpunished and free to do more harm.”
All of the men were convicted at Oxford Crown Court in February and March this year.
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