ROGER LEE FROM BURSCOUGH AND SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA SENTENCED TO 11.5 YEARS FOR HISTORIC SEXUAL ABUSE

In a case that has spanned several decades, Roger Lee, a 74-year-old man originally from Burscough, was handed down a severe prison sentence of eleven and a half years in February 2016. The court proceedings revealed a disturbing pattern of sexual misconduct involving two young girls, with incidents occurring nearly thirty years apart.

According to the court's findings, Lee first attempted to molest one girl during the 1980s, a time when the victim was still a child. The details of this early incident were described as deeply troubling, highlighting a long history of predatory behavior. Decades later, in the 2000s, Lee committed a more heinous act by raping a second girl, leaving her with enduring psychological trauma that continues to affect her to this day.

The judge overseeing the case did not hold back in condemning Lee’s actions. Describing him as wicked and unrepentant, the judge emphasized the importance of a lengthy custodial sentence to safeguard society from further harm. The court's decision underscores the seriousness with which such offenses are regarded, especially when they involve vulnerable victims over an extended period.

Lee’s crimes, which span from the northwest town of Burscough to the coastal area of Saltburn-by-the-Sea, have shocked the local communities and brought to light the enduring impact of childhood abuse. The sentencing aims to serve as a reminder of the importance of justice for victims of sexual violence and the need for strict penalties to prevent future offenses.