Lofthouse man jailed after subjecting young girl to years of sexual abuse

By Leanne Clarke
Published 10th Aug 2023, 16:25 BST
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A man from Lofthouse has been jailed after being convicted of sexual offences against a girl committed more than 20 years ago.

Daniel Richardson (previously known as Bedford) , 38, of Leeds Road, Lofthouse, was found guilty at trial at Leeds Crown Court of two charges of indecent assault.

He was sentenced today to six years in prison.

The offences were committed from 2003 onwards for a number of years against one victim.

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Daniel Richardson (previously known as Bedford) , 38, of Leeds Road, Lofthouse, was found guilty at trial at Leeds Crown Court of two charges of indecent assault.Daniel Richardson (previously known as Bedford) , 38, of Leeds Road, Lofthouse, was found guilty at trial at Leeds Crown Court of two charges of indecent assault.
Daniel Richardson (previously known as Bedford) , 38, of Leeds Road, Lofthouse, was found guilty at trial at Leeds Crown Court of two charges of indecent assault.

Detective Sergeant Emma Maltas, of Leeds District Safeguarding Team, said: “The victim has shown immense bravery in coming forward as an adult to report the horrific offences committed against her as a child.

"This man’s actions have had a significant impact on her childhood and still do now, and I hope his conviction helps her as she continues to try and process this trauma.“Richardson has subjected the victim to years of sexual abuse. He is now rightly behind bars and will have conditions on him following his release.

“I hope that this conviction helps demonstrate that if you have been a victim of sexual abuse then it is never too late to report it to the police. You will be listened to, you will be supported and we will try and get justice for you.”