Man (75) sentenced for multiple child sex offences
He will be on the Sex Offenders Register for life
A 75-YEAR-OLD MAN, Roger Stapleton, was sentenced to 15 years in jail at Cardiff Crown Court on Friday, 8th March, for a total of 15 sexual offences.
The court had earlier heard how Stapleton from Llanharan had carried out heinous sexual crimes against a primary aged child from the age of five, including that of rape.
South Wales Police Detective Constable Julia Page said: “Roger Stapleton abused his victim over a significant period of time, with the abuse starting when they were only five years old.
“He took advantage of them at their most vulnerable of ages and has used this to dominate them for his own benefit. I want to praise the victim in this case for their patience, bravery and courage whilst the investigation was ongoing. These investigations can take time, but I hope that this sentencing goes some way in providing closure for them.”
The offences included: rape of a child under the age of 13; sexual assault by penetration of a child under the age of 13; sexual assault by touching of a child under the age of 13; sexual assault by touching; and possession of Category A indecent images of a child.
In addition to the prison sentence, he is the subject of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) and will be on the Sex Offenders Register for life. He was also given a restraining order against his victim.
Detective Sergeant Laura Jones added: “We investigate all reports of sexual assault, no matter when the offence may have occurred, and put the needs of victims at the heart of our investigations.
“I would encourage anyone who has been a victim of a sexual assault and not reported it, for whatever reason, to contact us. You will be listened to.”
A spokesperson for SWP added: “Please reach out and get help and support if you or someone you know has been the victim of rape, sexual assault, or another sexual offence. We won’t judge you; we’ll treat you with sensitivity and respect, and we’ll always put your health and well being first.”
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