Sex abuser finally caught thanks to brave victim

A SEXUAL predator has been convicted of raping and sexually assaulting two males and a female under the age of 18 more than 20 years ago.

He was brought to justice after one of his victims reported the abuse to police in 2019.

John Webb, 70, was arrested at his home in Neath after an investigation was launched by the force.

A further two victims were also identified and provided statements.

All three victims were under the age of 18 at the time of the abuse, which took place in Cardiff in the 1990s.

The defendant faced trial at Cardiff Crown Court last year and was convicted of 21 charges including three counts of rape, five indecent assaults, and seven counts of indecent assault on a male.

He was sentenced to 24 years imprisonment, at the same court, on March 8.

Following the hearing, Detective Constable Jenna Hargraves, of South Wales Police, said: “Webb’s actions have taken a massive emotional toll on all three victims. For one of them, their life headed towards criminality because they struggled to cope with what had happened.

“Another victim described Webb as a violent man. But thanks to their bravery and a thorough investigation, he has been brought to justice.

“South Wales Police takes all reports of sexual violence extremely seriously and it is never too late to report a crime.

“Help and support is available for all victims of sexual violence, and we would encourage any victims; no matter how long ago the offence happened, to please come forward.

“If anyone has any more information about this or similar matters, and they have not yet spoken to police, please come forward.”