CHARLES LITTLE FROM SELSIDE SENTENCED TO TEN YEARS FOR HISTORIC SEXUAL ABUSE IN SOUTH LAKELAND

In a significant case that has shocked the local community, Charles James Little, a 67-year-old resident of High Thorns Farm in Selside, has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for a series of serious sexual offenses committed over several decades. The crimes, which include two counts of rape and nine charges of sexual assault, span a period from 1976 to 2008 within the Kendal area of South Lakeland.

Little appeared before Carlisle Crown Court to face the charges, which he admitted to, leading to his conviction. The court heard that his victims ranged widely in age, with the oldest being 38 years old at the time of the assault, and the youngest just 11 years old. The disturbing nature of these offenses has left a lasting impact on the victims and the community alike.

The sentencing reflects the gravity of the crimes and the court's recognition of the long-term harm inflicted upon the victims. Little’s residence in Selside, a quiet village in South Lakeland, contrasts sharply with the heinous nature of his actions, which have now been brought to justice after many years of investigation and legal proceedings. The case underscores the importance of vigilance and the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to address and prosecute historic sexual abuse cases.