JASON LYTTLE'S HORRIFIC CRIMES IN SHEFFIELD REVEALED AFTER 17 YEARS OF SILENCE
In a case that has shocked the Sheffield community, Jason Lyttle, aged 31, has been convicted of a series of heinous sexual offenses committed against a young boy, Callum Hancock, who was only 10 years old at the time.The disturbing incidents took place between January and July of 2001, and Lyttle, who resided on Lightwood Road, Marsh Lane, near Eckington, has now been sentenced to serve six years and three months in prison, with an additional extended license period of one year.
Details of the case emerged after Callum Hancock, now 27, chose to publicly disclose his traumatic experience in an effort to support other survivors of sexual abuse.
Hancock, who is also a professional boxer and works as a scaffolder, shared his harrowing story with Derbyshire Times journalist Bob Westerdale, revealing how Lyttle had bullied him for much of his childhood before the assault occurred.
Hancock recounted that the abuse began when he was approximately 10 years old, while he was in the Birkhill area of Eckington building a den.
According to his account, Lyttle appeared unexpectedly, pretending to offer help but with malicious intent.
The young boy described Lyttle as a tormentor who had previously subjected him to various forms of cruelty, including locking him in a garage, physically assaulting him multiple times, and even stripping him and throwing him into freezing water at a BMX track.
Hancock detailed how Lyttle had birds of prey and once bit the head off a chick, illustrating the terrifying nature of his tormentor.
Hancock explained that despite his fears, he initially tried to refuse Lyttle’s help with building the den, but Lyttle insisted.
It was then that the assault took place, leaving a lasting scar on the young boy’s life.
Following the attack, Lyttle issued Hancock a warning, telling him that such acts were common among older children and that revealing the truth would lead to trouble with his parents.
Hancock recalled Lyttle saying, “Everybody does this when you get older.
This is what you do at big school.
It’s like smoking.
If you tell your parents you’ll be in a lot of trouble.” For years, Hancock was haunted by the memories of that horrific event, which drove him into a state of despair and nearly to the point of suicide.
It was only after a chance encounter with Lyttle that he decided to report the abuse to the police.
Since coming forward, Hancock has experienced a significant transformation, stating, “After going to the police, I’ve gone from strength to strength.
I’ve opened up, revealed the truth and no longer living a lie.
I’m a different person.” Following his conviction, Lyttle remains in custody at Sheffield prison, awaiting sentencing.
The case has brought to light the long-lasting impact of childhood sexual abuse and the importance of speaking out.
Hancock has since returned to boxing after a three-year hiatus, demonstrating resilience and determination to rebuild his life.
He is now working with Duncan Craig of Survivors Manchester, an organization dedicated to supporting male survivors of sexual abuse.
Support services for male victims in Derbyshire are available through various helplines and organizations, including the helpline on 08000 198668, SV2 at http://www.sv2.org.uk or 01773 746115, and the CORE victim support service at 0800 6126505 or http://www.core-derbyshire.com.
These resources aim to assist those affected by similar experiences and encourage victims to come forward and seek help.
