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17/01/2023
69-Year-Old Man Jailed For Series Of 'Horrific' Sex Offences
A 69-year-old Ballycastle man has been sentenced to 18 years for rape, attempted rape and indecent assault.
Named by the PSNI as Maurice Rodgers, he will serve nine years in custody, nine years on licence and will be placed on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely.
Welcoming the sentencing, Detective Superintendent Lindsay Fisher said: "The actions of this man are nothing short of horrific. He took advantage of young girls to satisfy his own sexual perversions.
"He is a highly manipulative individual who today publicly answered for his reprehensible crimes.
"We would like to thank the victims in this case, now grown women, for their courage in coming forward and working with detectives. Today their voices were heard.
"We have specially trained officers who work closely with victims throughout the criminal justice process. If you have ever experienced or witnessed any form of sexual abuse we urge you to come forward.
"We will listen to you and help you. You don't have to suffer in silence. Please contact us on 101 or in an emergency call 999."
Named by the PSNI as Maurice Rodgers, he will serve nine years in custody, nine years on licence and will be placed on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely.
Welcoming the sentencing, Detective Superintendent Lindsay Fisher said: "The actions of this man are nothing short of horrific. He took advantage of young girls to satisfy his own sexual perversions.
"He is a highly manipulative individual who today publicly answered for his reprehensible crimes.
"We would like to thank the victims in this case, now grown women, for their courage in coming forward and working with detectives. Today their voices were heard.
"We have specially trained officers who work closely with victims throughout the criminal justice process. If you have ever experienced or witnessed any form of sexual abuse we urge you to come forward.
"We will listen to you and help you. You don't have to suffer in silence. Please contact us on 101 or in an emergency call 999."
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