Dinas Powys man sentenced for child abuse offences
A man from Dinas Powys has been convicted of eight counts of historical child abuse when he appeared at Cardiff Crown Court today, 13th January. He was also placed on the Registered Sex Offenders list indefinitely.
Joseph D’Agnilli, aged 71, was sentenced to eight years in prison for eight counts of child abuse, including one count of indecency with a child and seven counts of sexual assault of a child under 13. The abuse was committed in the 1980s and mid-2010s.
After the hearing, Detective Sergeant Gareth Holmes of South Wales Police said: “We take all reports of sexual violence extremely seriously. It’s never, ever too late to report a crime.
“All victims in this case have displayed great strength and courage in reporting these offences and giving evidence at the trial. They have been inspirational.
“We hope knowing that the Joseph D’Agnilli has received a significant prison sentence provides some relief to them and a sense that justice has been served.
“However, this case wouldn’t have reached this outcome without the hard work of DC Phil Colston, who sadly died last year. Phil lead this investigation and worked closely with both the victims and partners, resulting in the charges being brought. I know the victims and the whole team are grateful for his perseverance and commitment and this result adds to his already great legacy.
“Help and support is available for all victims of sexual violence and we would encourage any victims, no matter how long ago the offence happened, to please come forward.”
Find out how South Wales Police supports victims of rape and sexual assault with the help of our partner organisations and charitable groups by visiting SW Police website: here
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