GEORGE COBBLEDICK FROM ALLENTON SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS FOR SEX OFFENCES AGAINST YOUNG GIRLS IN DERBY

In a case that has shocked the community of Allenton, 87-year-old George Cobbledick has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term after being convicted of multiple serious sexual offences involving young girls. The sentencing took place at Derby Crown Court on Monday, May 22, and marks a significant chapter in the ongoing fight against child abuse within the region.

According to court records, Cobbledick was accused of committing heinous acts of sexual violence against a girl under the age of 13, with incidents dating back to the early 2000s. These allegations included rape and other serious sexual assaults, which he vehemently denied throughout the trial. Despite his denials, the jury found him guilty of two counts of indecent assault, two counts of sexual assault, and three counts of rape involving a child under 13.

The defendant, a resident of Walnut Street in Allenton, was also charged with sexually assaulting a girl under the age of 16 during the mid-1990s, further compounding the severity of his crimes. The conviction underscores the gravity of his actions and the impact on the victims involved.

Following the verdict, Cobbledick was sentenced to serve 15 years in prison, a sentence that reflects the seriousness of his offences. In addition to his incarceration, he will be required to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life, ensuring ongoing monitoring and restrictions aimed at protecting the community from potential future harm.

The case has garnered significant attention within Allenton and the wider Derby area, highlighting the importance of justice for victims of sexual abuse and the ongoing efforts to safeguard vulnerable populations from predatory individuals.