A married Hyde Paedophile Stephen Manley has been sentenced to six years in prison for sexually assaulting a five-year-old girl in a lavatory.
Stephen Manley, who refuted the allegation but was convicted by a jury following a trial, would furthermore be subject to a 12-month licence period upon his release from incarceration.
The Minshull Street Crown Court in Manchester was informed that the young victim has experienced psychological effects and no longer closes toilet doors.
Stephen Manley, 34, of Well Meadow, Hyde, was found guilty of one count of sexual assault and mandated to register as a sex offender indefinitely.
The assault occurred in Dukinfield, Tameside.
Stephen Manley, lacking any prior convictions, was engaged in painting at a residence when he perpetrated the assault.
Huw Edwards, the prosecutor, stated that the girl was playing in the garden with another girl before going to the loo.
Mr. Edwards stated that Stephen Manley entered the restroom to enquire whether she required assistance.
Judge Jonathan Foster QC stated that he exploited her presence.
He stated that there was no direct verification of her testimony; nonetheless, she expressed a complaint of sorts to her friend regarding an incident and conveyed her grievances to her mother upon returning home.
The court was informed that the girl provided precise descriptions of Manley’s tattoos and body paint. She testified during the trial.
Paul McDonald, representing Stephen Manley, stated: The defendant contests the circumstances surrounding the offence. He possesses commendable character.
He has been a contentedly married individual for some years and has maintained the backing of his family and friends. They do not acknowledge his conduct, yet he must acquiesce to the jury’s verdict. He acknowledges and recognises the court’s obligation to fulfil its duties.
Judge Foster QC stated that she delineated the different characteristics of the perpetrator. You possessed tattoos and engaged in painting.
Ultimately, the jury rendered a conviction, and that is what I am obligated to adhere to. She was a five-year-old child, and it has impacted her psychologically.
Stephen Manley was subjected to a series of rigorous requirements about future interactions with children as stipulated by a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
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