Predator Connor Behan has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for horrific sexual abuse committed in Northwich.
Devastating Child Abuse Case
Behan, 33, from Heath Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, received his sentence on Friday, February 7, 2025, following a seven-day trial that revealed disturbing details of systematic abuse.
Investigation and Evidence
According to Cheshire Police records, the investigation began in October 2022 when the victim courageously disclosed the abuse to a school teacher.
Pattern of Abuse
The court heard devastating testimony about abuse that began in May 2019, when the victim was merely seven years old.
Role of Police and Support Services
Detective Constable Georgia Hughes, who led the investigation, praised the victim’s extraordinary courage throughout the legal proceedings. The case has drawn attention from various child protection organizations, including:
- The NSPCC (nspcc.org.uk)
- Childline (childline.org.uk)
- The Lucy Faithfull Foundation (lucyfaithfull.org.uk)
Verdict and Sentencing Details
The jury unanimously found Behan guilty of:
- Multiple counts of rape of a child under 13
- Multiple sexual assaults by touching of a child under 13
- Multiple counts of engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child
Community Impact and Prevention
Child protection experts from the National Association for People Abused in Childhood emphasize the importance of early intervention and education in preventing such crimes.
