ANTHONY CURTIS SHOCKS AS HE IS JAILED FOR CHILD SEX OFFENCES IN EVESHAM AND ASH
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Evesham Ash Rapist
In a significant development in the fight against child sexual abuse, Anthony Curtis has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for a series of heinous crimes committed against five young victims spanning over a decade. The offences, which took place primarily in Evesham during the 1980s and 1990s, involved disturbing acts of sexual misconduct against children aged between six and 15 years old. Curtis, who currently resides on Main Street in Ash near Yeovil, was brought to justice after a thorough investigation and a two-week trial at Worcester Crown Court.
During the court proceedings held on Tuesday, May 15, 2013, the jury found Curtis guilty of 19 separate offences. These crimes were committed against three girls and two boys, all of whom were vulnerable minors at the time. The court heard detailed accounts of how Curtis, then a resident of Kings Road in Evesham, systematically engaged in acts of gross indecency and indecent assault over a period that extended from 1982 to 1998. The severity and repeated nature of his offences underscored the grave breach of trust involved.
Detective Constable Lisa Grogan, a member of the West Mercia Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People department, emphasized that the abuse only came to light because one brave victim decided to speak out after many years of silence. She stated, “Curtis systematically abused these children over a number of years, abusing a position of trust.” Grogan further expressed her appreciation for the victims’ courage, saying, “It took many years for one of his victims to contact the police, and from there we were able to identify the other people he abused.” She also highlighted the importance of victims coming forward, hoping their bravery would encourage others to seek justice and prevent Curtis from offending again.
Leading the investigation, Detective Inspector Neil Austin from the South Worcestershire Protecting Vulnerable People team acknowledged the lengthy and complex nature of the case. “This has been a protracted investigation, which took a huge amount of time and effort to bring Curtis to justice,” he said. Austin reassured the public that the police work closely with support agencies to assist victims of historic sexual abuse. He urged anyone who has experienced similar abuse to contact the police, emphasizing that victims will be treated with care and sensitivity. The non-emergency police number 101 is available for reporting such incidents.
Support services are also available for victims of sexual assault. The Glade Centre, which provides assistance to men, women, and children who have experienced rape or sexual violence, can be reached at 08081 782058, via email at info@theglade.org.uk, or through their website at www.theglade.org.uk. Authorities continue to stress the importance of speaking out and seeking help, ensuring that offenders like Curtis are held accountable and that victims receive the support they need to begin healing.
During the court proceedings held on Tuesday, May 15, 2013, the jury found Curtis guilty of 19 separate offences. These crimes were committed against three girls and two boys, all of whom were vulnerable minors at the time. The court heard detailed accounts of how Curtis, then a resident of Kings Road in Evesham, systematically engaged in acts of gross indecency and indecent assault over a period that extended from 1982 to 1998. The severity and repeated nature of his offences underscored the grave breach of trust involved.
Detective Constable Lisa Grogan, a member of the West Mercia Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People department, emphasized that the abuse only came to light because one brave victim decided to speak out after many years of silence. She stated, “Curtis systematically abused these children over a number of years, abusing a position of trust.” Grogan further expressed her appreciation for the victims’ courage, saying, “It took many years for one of his victims to contact the police, and from there we were able to identify the other people he abused.” She also highlighted the importance of victims coming forward, hoping their bravery would encourage others to seek justice and prevent Curtis from offending again.
Leading the investigation, Detective Inspector Neil Austin from the South Worcestershire Protecting Vulnerable People team acknowledged the lengthy and complex nature of the case. “This has been a protracted investigation, which took a huge amount of time and effort to bring Curtis to justice,” he said. Austin reassured the public that the police work closely with support agencies to assist victims of historic sexual abuse. He urged anyone who has experienced similar abuse to contact the police, emphasizing that victims will be treated with care and sensitivity. The non-emergency police number 101 is available for reporting such incidents.
Support services are also available for victims of sexual assault. The Glade Centre, which provides assistance to men, women, and children who have experienced rape or sexual violence, can be reached at 08081 782058, via email at info@theglade.org.uk, or through their website at www.theglade.org.uk. Authorities continue to stress the importance of speaking out and seeking help, ensuring that offenders like Curtis are held accountable and that victims receive the support they need to begin healing.