A Bradford man has been handed an 11-year jail sentence after being found guilty of multiple child sex offences following a complex police probe.
Police Investigation Uncovered Shocking Crimes
West Yorkshire Police revealed that the Bradford District Children Vulnerable to Exploitation Team launched an investigation into David Masters after a report in 2024 raised concerns about a missing 16-year-old girl.
The investigation, involving several victims, led to Masters being charged with a string of offences, including:
- Sexual activity with a child
- Arranging and facilitating sexual exploitation of children
- Causing or inciting sexual exploitation of children
- Previously admitted counts of making and distributing indecent child images
Life Sentence and Orders to Keep Victims Safe
Masters, 46, from Brookroyd Lane, Birstall, was sentenced at Bradford Crown Court on 12 January. Along with 11 years behind bars, he must sign the sex offenders’ register for life and is slapped with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and restraining orders to protect his victims.
Victims Speak Out About Lasting Impact
One victim, 15 at the time of the offences, said: “It feels like the colour has gone from my life and everything has gone grey. I don’t think about my future now. I feel directionless and like I don’t know where I’m going or what I can do.”
Another victim, aged 17 when abused, shared: “It feels like my life has become a trap I can’t get out of. I’m trying to rebuild my life after what he did, but sometimes it feels like I will never get back to normal, and I can never be the person I always wanted to be.”
Police Vow to Keep Children Safe
PC Helena Stroud from Bradford’s Children Vulnerable to Exploitation Team said:
“We welcome the sentence handed down to Masters. He is a dangerous individual who exploited children for his own personal gain. Police and partners are committed to protecting and safeguarding children from harm and bringing perpetrators of child exploitation to justice. Our specialist teams work tirelessly to investigate reports, identify suspects, and safeguard vulnerable individuals across our communities. We urge anyone with concerns or information about child exploitation or sexual offences to come forward. Reporting these crimes is vital to protecting victims and preventing further harm. Together, we can protect the most vulnerable and ensure that West Yorkshire remains a safe place for children to grow and thrive.”
