Paedophile Paul Hunter Jailed for 11 Years Over Brutal Child Abuse
Paul Hunter preyed on a young girl for two years, carrying out a horrific campaign of sexual abuse.
Victim’s Courage Leads to Arrest
The brave victim came forward in 2019, prompting Northumbria Police’s Safeguarding team to launch a full investigation. Hunter, 32, was arrested but denied all charges at first.
Guilty Verdict at Newcastle Crown Court
A jury found Hunter guilty of rape of a child and sexual assault. On Monday, September 27, he was sentenced to 11 years behind bars.
More Disturbing Offences Revealed
Hunter, from Burleigh Street, South Shields, also admitted to possessing 46 indecent images of children. These photos were recovered from his phone despite being deleted, thanks to police monitoring after a previous offence.
Detective Constable Kit Tipling said: “We hope this sentence gives the victim some closure. We urge anyone suffering abuse to come forward.”
If you have concerns about sexual abuse, report it immediately online at the Northumbria Police website or call 101.
