SIMON HONOUR SENT TO PRISON IN MILTON KEYNES FOR SEXUAL ABUSE OF YOUNG GIRL
In April 2021, a heartbreaking case unfolded involving a young girl from Milton Keynes who was subjected to sexual assault by a man named Simon Honour.The distressing ordeal has left a lasting impact on the victim and her family, prompting a strong response from law enforcement and the community alike.
Parents of the young girl, who wish to remain anonymous to protect their child's identity, have publicly expressed their gratitude towards Thames Valley Police for their diligent efforts in bringing Honour to justice.
Their emotional account highlights the pain and relief experienced throughout the investigation and legal proceedings.
The young girl, whose age is not specified but described as very young, was abused over a period of several years, with the offences occurring within the last five years leading up to the arrest.
Simon Honour, aged 55 at the time, was apprehended by police authorities and subsequently faced multiple charges.
He pleaded guilty in court to 11 counts of assaulting a girl under the age of 13 by touching, a conviction that underscores the severity of his crimes.
Following his guilty plea, Honour was sentenced in February of the same year to a prison term of seven years.
Additionally, he was placed under a sexual harm prevention order and was registered on the sex offenders’ register for life, ensuring ongoing monitoring and restrictions to protect the community.
The parents, who have chosen to use pseudonyms David and Katie to shield their child's identity, shared their harrowing experience of discovering the abuse.
They recounted the moment their daughter confided in them, revealing the trauma she endured.
“Our daughter disclosed to us that someone was abusing her,” David explained.
“Although she didn’t use those exact words, that was the essence of what she told us.” Katie reflected on her initial reaction, saying, “I kept thinking, ‘It can’t be...
This does not happen to us.’” In the aftermath of the disclosure, the family took immediate steps to involve the authorities.
They first approached their daughter’s school and then contacted the police, who arranged for a discreet recording of the girl recounting her experiences.
This process, though emotionally taxing, was deemed essential by the family.
“It was a difficult process, but I’m really glad we did it,” David stated.
“It was incredibly stressful, but I believe it was necessary to give the police and justice system the opportunity to do their job.” The investigation and subsequent legal proceedings have played a crucial role in helping their daughter begin her recovery.
Both the girl and her parents are now receiving counseling to support her emotional healing.
“Doing this was the right thing,” Katie emphasized.
“It showed her that we believed her, that the police believed her, and that everyone was on her side.” The couple has publicly urged other parents facing similar situations not to hesitate in seeking police assistance.
They believe that while the damage may not always be fully repairable, taking decisive action can lead to justice and safety for others.
They also expressed that their daughter found some sense of closure in seeing Honour sentenced and imprisoned.
David described this as “quite cathartic” for her, providing a measure of relief and justice after a long and painful ordeal.
