MONSTER CARE HOME BOSS JAILED FOR DECADES OF CHILD ABUSE

A notorious child abuser, Edward Stanton, aged 73, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for a series of heinous crimes against children. Stanton, who was the boss at a children’s home, inflicted horrific abuse on ten victims over a nine-year period in Scotland. The article describes him as a “monster” who attacked young children as young as six, during his extensive career. Despite his physical disability, Stanton claimed his victims lied, asserting his innocence. One victim, now 47, vividly recalled that the abuse had severely impacted his life, stating: “It is an absolute horror show. That man is a monster. But somehow that monster was able to go into care homes and was allowed to look after children.” Stanton’s abuse began in 1976 while working at a home in Liverpool, and continued after he moved to Scotland, where he managed homes in Lanarkshire and Uddingston. He was convicted of eleven charges of physical and sexual abuse, including rape and choking a young girl to the point of near death. His trial was held at Glasgow High Court, where victims bravely testified about their suffering. The judge described Stanton as a “high risk” to children, placing him on the sex offenders' register indefinitely. Stanton’s criminal history also includes previous convictions in 1996 for abusing children in Merseyside, and later for possessing indecent images of children. Authorities emphasize that Stanton exploited his trustful positions and inflicted trauma that endures today. Prosecutor Fiona Kirkby expressed gratitude to the victims for their courage, adding, “This prosecution would not have been possible without the victims giving evidence, and I thank them for their help in securing justice.” Stanton is currently held at Barlinnie Prison, and is still openly admitting to his sexual attractions to children, though he denies any wrongdoing. The judge and police officials condemned his actions and warned that he remains a danger to children, reinforcing the importance of reporting such crimes. Stanton’s case highlights the long-lasting impact of abuse, with victims recounting decades of suffering, and underscores the need for vigilance and justice in safeguarding vulnerable children.