WATTON MAN JAILED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT OF 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL
John Rudling, a 22-year-old apprentice baker residing on Merton Road in Watton, was sentenced to 30 months in prison after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl on September 14.The court was informed that Rudling approached the girl from behind on Norwich Road in Watton, forcibly pushed her to the ground, covered her mouth, and engaged in sexual touching.
The victim has been significantly traumatized and now experiences a fear of sleeping alone.
Additionally, Rudling will be required to register as a sex offender for the next ten years.
The judge described the assault as a frightening incident, while Rudling showed remorse and expressed a willingness to seek therapy.