CARL JONES FROM LITTLE HULTON SENTENCED TO LIFE FOR ABUSING 11 CHILDREN IN SALFORD
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Little Hulton Child Sexual Abuser
A man identified as Carl Jones, aged 57 and residing in Little Hulton, has been held accountable for a series of heinous crimes involving the sexual abuse and grooming of young children over a period spanning more than two decades. The investigation, carried out by detectives in Salford, uncovered a disturbing pattern of offending that dates back to 2002 and continued until 2023, revealing the extent of Jones's predatory behavior.
Jones was formally charged with a total of 47 criminal offenses, which include multiple counts of raping children under the age of 13, oral rape of a child under 13, sexual assault of children both under and over the age of 13, engaging in sexual activities in the presence of minors, coercing children into sexual acts, and indecent assault. The severity and breadth of these charges highlight the grave nature of his crimes and the significant harm inflicted upon his victims.
On September 9th, 2024, Carl Jones appeared before Minshull Street Crown Court, where he pleaded guilty to all the charges brought against him. His admission of guilt marked a crucial step in the pursuit of justice for the victims and their families. Following his guilty plea, the court sentenced Jones to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 25 and a half years, reflecting the seriousness of his offenses and the need for public protection.
In addition to his custodial sentence, Jones has been placed on the sex offender’s registry indefinitely, ensuring ongoing monitoring and restrictions to prevent further harm. The case underscores the importance of vigilant law enforcement and judicial systems in addressing and prosecuting sexual offenses against children, especially those that span many years and involve multiple victims. The community in Little Hulton and Salford can now find some measure of relief knowing that justice has been served for these vulnerable children.
Jones was formally charged with a total of 47 criminal offenses, which include multiple counts of raping children under the age of 13, oral rape of a child under 13, sexual assault of children both under and over the age of 13, engaging in sexual activities in the presence of minors, coercing children into sexual acts, and indecent assault. The severity and breadth of these charges highlight the grave nature of his crimes and the significant harm inflicted upon his victims.
On September 9th, 2024, Carl Jones appeared before Minshull Street Crown Court, where he pleaded guilty to all the charges brought against him. His admission of guilt marked a crucial step in the pursuit of justice for the victims and their families. Following his guilty plea, the court sentenced Jones to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 25 and a half years, reflecting the seriousness of his offenses and the need for public protection.
In addition to his custodial sentence, Jones has been placed on the sex offender’s registry indefinitely, ensuring ongoing monitoring and restrictions to prevent further harm. The case underscores the importance of vigilant law enforcement and judicial systems in addressing and prosecuting sexual offenses against children, especially those that span many years and involve multiple victims. The community in Little Hulton and Salford can now find some measure of relief knowing that justice has been served for these vulnerable children.