Goldthorpe paedophile jailed for 16 years

Paul Marc Garner (41), of William Street, Goldthorpe, abused two girls, who cannot be named for legal reasons, in Rotherham and Doncaster between 2012 and 2014.

He was found guilty of seven offences, including two of rape, at Sheffield Crown Court on December 7 following a trial.

Garner was also found guilty of four counts of sexual assault and one count of causing or inciting a girl under 13 to engage in sexual activity and was jailed for 16 years.

Det Cons Kim Musson, of South Yorkshire Police, said: "This has been a very sensitive investigation and I commend the victims in this case for their tremendous bravery, taking the courageous step to come forward and report their abuse to police.

"They have then demonstrated their continued strength by going to give evidence before a court.

"I am pleased that Garner was found guilty and is now behind bars for his horrific crimes.”

Anyone who has concerns or wants to report child sexual offences can contact South Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. You can also call ChildLine on 0800 1111.