A 64-year-old man was slammed with a whopping 28-year prison sentence for raping and sexually abusing five children over decades. He showed zero remorse as he faced justice at York Crown Court, following a painstaking probe by York CID.
Monstrous Crimes Uncovered
Phillips, from Huntington, York, and formerly from Selby, was found guilty of 68 offences, including multiple rapes, indecent assaults, and abuse of children under 13. Despite vehemently denying the charges, a jury convicted him on every count after brave victims came forward to expose his vile actions.
Judge Brands Him ‘One of the Evilest’
The presiding judge didn’t mince words, calling Phillips “one of the evilest defendants” he had ever seen. On Friday, Phillips was sentenced to 28 years behind bars, plus an extended licence period to keep the public safe. He won’t be eligible for parole until he’s 82.
Detective Praises Victims’ Courage
Detective Constable Alyson Thompson said: “It’s difficult to comprehend the magnitude of Phillips’ offending and the irreparable damage he has done to his victims’ lives. I have nothing but praise and respect for their immense courage coming forward – it’s helped us build a case that has put an atrocious individual behind bars, potentially for the rest of his life.”
Support Available for Abuse Survivors
Det Constable Thompson urged anyone affected by recent or historic abuse to seek help. “We have support services and specially-trained officers ready to assist people in understanding their options and dealing with what happened. We are here to help, no matter how long ago the offences took place.”
