ROGER LIGHT FROM ABERGAVENNY JAILED FOR SEXUAL ABUSE OF SCHOOLGIRL IN MONMOUTHSHIRE

In a case that has shocked the local community, Roger Light, a 68-year-old resident of Wern Gifford, Pandy, near Abergavenny in Monmouthshire, has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in the sexual abuse of a young girl during the 1980s. The victim, now an adult woman, bravely delivered a heartfelt personal statement at Cardiff Crown Court, describing her attacker as a “monster” and recounting the profound impact of his actions on her life.

Light was charged with multiple counts related to indecent assault. He admitted to two of these charges, but a jury found him guilty of an additional two counts of indecent assault, confirming his guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. The offences took place over a period when the girl was between 13 and 15 years old, a vulnerable age during which such abuse can have lifelong consequences.

The court proceedings revealed the disturbing details of Light’s misconduct, which occurred in the 1980s, a time when awareness and protections for victims were less developed than today. The victim’s statement, delivered with emotional strength, highlighted the lasting trauma inflicted by Light’s actions and underscored the importance of justice for victims of sexual abuse.

In sentencing, the judge imposed a custodial term of 20 months on Light. Additionally, he was ordered to register as a sex offender for a period of ten years, a measure designed to monitor and prevent any further offenses. Light was also prohibited from working with children, reflecting the serious nature of his crimes and the need to protect vulnerable individuals in the community.

This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and justice in addressing sexual abuse, and it underscores the ongoing efforts to support victims and hold offenders accountable in Monmouthshire and beyond.