ROY SANSBURY FROM ANCHORAGE PARK SENTENCED FOR CHILD SEX ABUSE IN PORTSMOUTH
In a case that has shocked the local community, Roy Sansbury, a 49-year-old resident of Broughton Court in Anchorage Park, was sentenced to 15 months in prison for serious child sexual abuse offenses.The incident involved the repeated molestation of a young girl, who was between the ages of eight and ten at the time of the assaults.
The court proceedings revealed that the abuse was ongoing over a period of time, with the young victim describing her experience as terrifying.
Prosecutor Daniel Sawyer detailed the distress faced by the girl, emphasizing the emotional and psychological toll of the abuse.
The disturbing truth only came to light after the girl confided in a friend, who then reported the matter to a teacher.
Following this, the school promptly contacted law enforcement authorities to investigate the allegations.
Roy Sansbury was charged and subsequently admitted to five counts of sexual assault on a child under the age of 13.
His defense attorney, Robert Bryan, explained that the offenses appeared to stem from Sansbury’s feelings of loneliness, suggesting a possible motive or underlying issue.
Despite this, the court found the evidence sufficient to impose a significant sentence.
In addition to his prison term, Sansbury will be required to register as a sex offender for a period of ten years, a measure intended to monitor and prevent further offenses.
The case has left a lasting impact on the community, highlighting the importance of vigilance and swift action in protecting vulnerable children from harm.
