A 62-year-old Flint Paedophile from Flintshire, Michael Bennett, has been sentenced to imprisonment for the historical sexual abuse of two young girls.
Michael Bennett, from Maes Gwyn, Flint, was sentenced today at Caernarfon Crown Court, convened at Llandudno Magistrates Court, after being convicted of three counts of child sexual abuse.
The incidents occurred between 2006 and 2007.
Michael Bennett received a seven-year prison sentence and was placed under a sexual harm prevention order.
He also received two restraining orders protecting the victim indefinitely.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable Gemma Smith said: “Michael Bennett’s behaviour has left psychological trauma and scars with the victims, which will remain with them forever.
“They have also endured an agonising wait to get to this point today.
“No sentence will give them back the years Michael Bennett took away from them, but I sincerely hope the sentence goes some way in helping them find some closure and justice, knowing he cannot cause any harm to any other children or women.
“I commend both their courage in reporting these horrific historical sexual offences, and for their continued bravery and engagement throughout the investigation and court process.
“We take every report of sexual violence incredibly seriously – regardless of how long ago the offences took place.
“I urge anyone who has experienced such behaviour to get in touch with us and not suffer in silence. “You will be listened to and supported by police, and we can refer you to third-party agencies including Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs) for support through the court process.”
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