KARL BARKER FROM LINCOLN SENTENCED TO 22 YEARS FOR CHILD RAPE AND SEX TRAFFICKING

A 69-year-old man from Lincoln, Karl Barker, has seen his appeal against a substantial prison sentence of 22 years dismissed by the courts. Barker was convicted of heinous crimes involving the abuse and exploitation of a young girl, which have left a lasting scar on the victim and the community alike.

According to court records, Barker targeted a 12-year-old girl, subjecting her to sexual assault. His depraved actions did not end there; he further manipulated her into becoming a prostitute, orchestrating her involvement in commercial sex work with older men. These men frequented dogging sites, locations often associated with illicit activities, where Barker’s victim was exploited under his direction.

In addition to his abuse of the young girl, Barker was also found guilty of attacking other teenage girls, demonstrating a pattern of predatory behavior. Throughout the legal proceedings, Barker maintained a false claim of innocence, despite overwhelming evidence that proved his guilt beyond doubt. The evidence presented in court painted a disturbing picture of his actions and the extent of his criminal conduct.

The judges overseeing the case did not hold back in their condemnation, describing Barker’s crimes as 'appalling' and 'loathsome.' They emphasized the severity of his offenses and the profound harm inflicted upon his victims. The court upheld the original sentence, reflecting the gravity of his crimes, his apparent lack of remorse, and the need to protect the public from such dangerous individuals.