In 2026, the Offender Database reported that Andrew Clark, then 62, of Gillingham, Kent, was sentenced to 13 years in prison. On Tuesday, 3 February 2026, Clark appeared at Maidstone Crown Court for sentencing after being convicted of a series of “horrific” sexual attacks against a young child.
The investigation established that Clark was arrested on 18 June 2023. His apprehension followed a disclosure by the victim, who provided officers with a detailed account of the abuse. Despite the “vile” nature of the allegations, Clark consistently denied his crimes throughout the investigation. This forced the case to a trial in November 2025, where a jury at Maidstone Crown Court eventually found him guilty of six separate offences.
Judicial Findings and Investigative Detail
The court reported that Clark was convicted of rape, attempted rape, and three counts of sexual assault. Furthermore, he was found guilty of the possession of indecent images. The prosecution emphasised that Clark’s refusal to admit his guilt compounded the trauma for the young victim, who was required to see the judicial process through to its conclusion.
Kent Police emphasised the bravery of the survivor in disclosing the abuse and supporting the prosecution. The judge emphasised that the 13-year custodial term reflected the predatory nature of Clark’s conduct and the serious breach of safety involved. For his crimes in Gillingham, the court determined that Clark posed a significant risk to children, necessitating both a lengthy prison sentence and a permanent Conduct Order.
Sentence and Statutory Requirements
For his crimes in Kent, Andrew Clark was handed:
- Custodial Sentence: 13 years in immediate custody.
- SHPO: A Sexual Harm Prevention Order was imposed to restrict his future conduct and protect the public.
- Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements are in effect for life.
- Convictions: Found guilty of rape, attempted rape, three counts of sexual assault, and possession of indecent images.
Monitoring and Public Protection
Clark is managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) by Kent Police and the prison estate. Due to the severity of his convictions—including rape and the possession of illicit imagery—his status is under the highest level of scrutiny.
As a lifetime member of the Sex Offenders Register, Clark must comply with mandatory notification requirements regarding his residence in Gillingham. Authorities state that the SHPO is a vital tool for the Public Protection Unit to manage the risk he poses upon any future release. Any breach of his registration conditions, his court order, or his licence terms will result in his immediate arrest and return to Maidstone Crown Court.
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