Anthony Blewitt, 65, of Selborne Road, Worcester, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for the sexual abuse of multiple girls under the age of 13, offences which took place between 2002 and 2015.
The sentencing took place at Worcester Crown Court today after a jury found Blewitt guilty of nine counts of child sexual abuse. He will be required to serve at least two-thirds of the sentence before being eligible for parole and has been placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life.
Convictions and Sentences
Blewitt was convicted of the following offences:
- Assault of a child under 13 by penetration – 14 years
- Sexual assault of a child under 13 – 5 years
- Causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity – 8 years
- Three counts of indecency with a child – 8 years
- Three counts of indecent assault – 8 years
All sentences are to run concurrently.
Court and Community Reaction
The non-recent nature of the offences, which spanned over a decade, brought to light the long-lasting trauma inflicted on the victims. Authorities have praised the survivors for their courage in coming forward and helping to bring Blewitt to justice.
A spokesperson for the Crown Prosecution Service said:
“This sentence reflects the serious and sustained abuse inflicted by the defendant over a prolonged period. We hope it brings some measure of justice and closure to the victims.”
