MAN JAILED AFTER SEXUALLY ASSAULTING GIRL
Paul Abbott, of The Pastures, Hemel Hempstead, has been sentenced to a total of three years and four months' imprisonment after being convicted of abusing a girl under the age of 14.The historical abuse took place between March 1 and June 1, 1992, with the case reaching trial at St Albans Crown Court.
The 52-year-old was found guilty of three counts of sexual assault but was cleared of a fourth similar charge.
Sentencing occurred on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at St Albans Crown Court.
Aside from his prison time, Abbott will be registered as a sex offender for life and has been issued a restraining order limiting contact with his victim.