A Dewsbury sex offender Yusuf Kayatnhas been sentenced to twenty years in prison for historic child sexual abuse committed over three decades ago.
Key Details of the Devastating Sexual Abuse Case
The Dewsbury sex offender’s horrific crimes involved:
- Sexually abusing a child as young as 10 years old
- Offences committed between 1989 and 1992
- 17 separate convictions including unlawful sexual intercourse and indecent assault
Investigating Historic Child Sexual Abuse: A Testament to Victim Courage
Investigations into the Dewsbury sex offender’s activities began in 2021 when the victim courageously came forward. Crown Prosecution Service specialists worked meticulously to build a robust case.
DCI Oliver Coates from Kirklees District Police accentuated the significance of the verdict: “Kayat groomed and committed extremely serious sexual offences against a victim who was only 10 years old. Her bravery has ensured justice is served.”
The Legal Proceedings: A Comprehensive Breakdown
At Leeds Crown Court, jurors found Kayat guilty of multiple offences, including:
- Unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13
- Indecent assault on a girl under 14
- Aiding and abetting indecent assault on a girl under 16
Julia McSorley from the CPS’s Organised Child Sexual Abuse Unit stated, “Kayat used a vulnerable child for his sexual gratification and forced her to relive traumatic events by denying his crimes.”łł
