Mark Crossley, a 28-year-old resident of Hopwood Court, Middleton, received a 15-year sentence at Minshull Street Crown Court on October 4, 2023. This sentencing followed Crossley’s guilty plea to 14 counts of child sexual offences against two children in Rochdale spanning from 2013 to 2020.
Crossley’s disturbing actions unfolded during visits to a trusted individual’s house, where he engaged in inappropriate behavior and actions towards underage victims. This behavior, at times, resulted in rewards to further complicate the victims’ understanding of the situation. The victims, unable to comprehend the severity of the situation or muster the confidence to report the abuse at a young age, later came forward after learning the truth.
