NEIL TRAYNOR FROM ROCHDALE SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE OF YOUNG GIRLS

In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Rochdale, Neil Traynor, aged 35, has been sentenced to an indefinite term of imprisonment for the sexual abuse of two young girls. The heinous acts, which spanned several years, came to light after one of the victims, a teenage girl, confided in her mother about the abuse she had endured, prompting immediate police action.

According to court records, Traynor began abusing one of the girls when she was just five years old, starting in 2003. His crimes included multiple charges of indecent assault, sexual assault, and rape, all of which he admitted to during proceedings at Bolton Crown Court. The court heard that the abuse was not limited to a single incident but was a pattern of predatory behavior that persisted over several years.

In 2007, the situation escalated when Traynor entered the bedroom of a 14-year-old girl following a party. The girl was awakened to find him sexually assaulting her. This incident marked a particularly disturbing chapter in the case, highlighting the ongoing nature of his offenses. The abuse of the second victim, who was a teenager at the time, also occurred in 2007. It was only last year that she disclosed the abuse to her mother, driven by concerns that Traynor might be targeting other children.

Upon learning of her daughter's revelations, the mother promptly reported the matter to the police. Traynor’s guilty plea to six charges, including indecent assault, sexual assault, and rape, was entered earlier in the legal process. Today, at Bolton Crown Court, he was sentenced to an indeterminate term for public protection, with a minimum of six years and four months before he can apply for parole. Additionally, he will remain on the Sex Offenders’ Register for life.

Detective Constable Anthony Hanlon of Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team expressed his condemnation of Traynor’s actions, emphasizing the betrayal of trust involved. He stated, “The instinct of most adults is to protect and nurture children whereas Traynor and abused these girls. The victim who told her mother showed great strength and maturity by telling her mother to try and protect other children from him. Both girls have been incredibly brave by helping us put Traynor before the courts and have justice done for them.”

Authorities continue to urge anyone who has experienced sexual abuse or assault to come forward. Victims can contact Greater Manchester Police at 0161 872 5050 or call 999 in emergencies. The police have specially trained officers ready to support victims through the criminal justice process. Additionally, St Mary’s Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Manchester can be reached at 0161 276 6515 for further assistance and support.