A vile predator from Gillingham has been locked up for 13 years after being found guilty of raping a young child.
Andrew Clark Snared After Brave Victim Speaks Out
Andrew Clark, 62, was arrested on 18 June 2023 following a courageous victim’s disclosure. He faced six serious charges, including rape and sexual assault.
Clark Claims Innocence, But Jury Sees Through His Lies
Clark denied all accusations throughout the trial. But in November 2025, a jury found him guilty of rape, attempted rape, three counts of sexual assault, and possession of indecent images.
Justice Served at Maidstone Crown Court
On Tuesday, 3 February 2026, Maidstone Crown Court sentenced Clark to 13 years behind bars. A Sexual Harm Prevention Order was also slapped on him to protect the public.
“Andrew Clark has caused serious harm to a young person and his sentence is justly deserved for his terrible crimes,” said investigating officer DC Jack Kennedy.
“He denied the offences, forcing his victim to go through a prolonged trial. I’d like to commend the victim for coming forward and I hope Clark’s imprisonment brings them a sense of closure.”
This verdict sends a brutal message: child abusers will be hunted down and punished to the fullest extent of the law.
