STEVEN JOHNS FROM HEREFORD AND MALVERN SENTENCED FOR HORRIFIC CHILD ABUSE IN WORCESTER

In February 2021, Steven Johns, a 39-year-old resident of Hereford with connections to Malvern in Worcestershire, was brought before Worcester Crown Court to face serious charges related to the abuse of a young girl. The court proceedings revealed that Johns was found guilty of a heinous sexual assault involving a child under the age of 13, specifically involving acts of penetration that caused significant harm.

During the trial, the court was informed that Johns had committed these depraved acts against the young girl, demonstrating a disturbing pattern of predatory behavior. His links to both Hereford and Malvern were noted, but it was Worcester where the crime was prosecuted and where the sentencing took place.

Following the conviction, the judge handed down a substantial sentence of ten years in prison. Additionally, Johns was subjected to an extended license period of one year, which means he will be under supervision for an extended period after his release. To further protect the public, a sexual harm prevention order was imposed, restricting his activities until further notice. Johns was also ordered to register as a sex offender for life, ensuring ongoing monitoring of his whereabouts and activities to prevent any future offenses.

This case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and the judicial system to combat child abuse and hold offenders accountable for their heinous crimes, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding vulnerable children from such predatory individuals.