KENNETH SANDERSON FROM HOLLAND FEN AND MILTON KEYNES SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL OFFENSES AGAINST YOUNG GIRLS

In a case that has shocked the local communities of Holland Fen and Milton Keynes, Kenneth Sanderson, an 81-year-old man with a troubling history, has been sentenced to eight years in prison following his conviction for multiple sexual offenses involving two young girls.

Sanderson’s criminal activities came to light after a lengthy investigation and trial that revealed disturbing details about his abuse. The offences occurred over a span of several years, specifically between 2002 and 2009, during which the victims, both under the age of 13, were subjected to indecent and sexual assaults by Sanderson. The jury, after deliberating from March 4 to March 11, found him guilty on a majority verdict of 10-2 on three counts of indecent assault and seven counts of sexual assault.

At the time of the offences, Sanderson was residing at his former home in Parsons Drove, Holland Fen. The court proceedings uncovered that his actions were part of a prolonged campaign of abuse, which he carried out despite his advanced age. The judge, Recorder Paul Mann QC, addressed Sanderson directly, stating, “It is your fault that you started this offending at the age of 71. It is a shame you didn’t think about the effect on your family when you started abusing these children in this way. This was a campaign over a significant period of time.”

Sanderson’s defense argued that the impact of his imprisonment would be particularly severe on his family, especially his young children. Prosecutor Mark Achurch highlighted that the offences took place while Sanderson was living at his former residence, emphasizing the ongoing nature of his misconduct. The defense, represented by Michael Cranmer-Brown, pointed out that Sanderson was deeply concerned about his sons’ well-being, noting, “He has sons aged 10 and 12. He may never see his boys again. We are dealing here with somebody who may never come out of jail.”

Throughout the trial, the court heard how Sanderson’s actions had a lasting impact on the victims, who were under the age of 13 at the time of the abuse. The judge’s sentencing reflected the gravity of the crimes, and Sanderson now faces the reality of spending a significant period behind bars, separated from his family and community. The case has left many in Holland Fen and Milton Keynes questioning how such abuse could occur and the importance of safeguarding vulnerable children from predators like Sanderson.