A man who sexually assaulted a child has been jailed for six years.
Ian Hudspeth, of Forester Street, Netherfield, was sentenced on February 10 at Nottingham Crown Court.
He was charged with five counts of indecent assault and four counts of assault, all on the same victim.
The incidents took place approximately 20 years ago in Nottingham when Ian Hudspeth was in his early 30s and began abusing the girl by touching her inappropriately.
The abuse stopped a year later – but the impact on the victim never went away.
In May 2019, the then 21-year-old revealed about her past abuse to her family and boyfriend.
The police were then informed, and Hudspeth attended a voluntary police interview.
He denied the allegations but was ultimately charged after the victim provided a detailed and consistent account of his crimes.
The matter was heading for trial until Hudspeth entered guilty pleas to all charges.
Following the sentencing, investigating officer PC Dave Randall said: “Hudspeth is a dangerous sexual predator and assaulted his victim when she was a defenceless child.
“The victim was very courageous to come forward and report what he had done.
“I am pleased we have managed to get justice for the victim and that Hudspeth will spend years behind bars.
“These were crimes he thought he would get away with, but he was wrong and will now face the consequences of his actions.
“I hope this sentence brings the victim closure and enables her to start moving on with her life.
“I also hope this result gives others confidence that Nottinghamshire Police will always be ready to listen to anyone who would like to report offences of this nature.
“We will support you every step of the way and ensure that we investigate thoroughly and leave no stone unturned to bring the perpetrator to justice.”
In addition to a six-year prison sentence, the 52-year-old man will be required to sign the sex offenders’ register for life.
Saying he be sent down for a very long time..got 6 years out after 2. I know this as I am his ex wife and have to grown daughters and a grandson with him..I divorced him 1999 and glad I did.