Locations
The Oaks, Slip End, Luton, Central Bedfordshire, LU1
Description
A man from Luton has been sentenced to 21 years in prison after being found guilty of raping and sexually abusing a child over a prolonged period.
The offences were reported after the child disclosed the abuse to school staff.
Ashfaq Khan, 26, of The Oaks, Luton, was found guilty of 13 offences, including rape and sexual assault. He was sentenced at Luton Crown Court on Friday 27 June. He is also subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
Detective Constable Sophie Andrews from Bedfordshire Police said: “I would like to praise the victim for their bravery in coming forward and helping us bring another sexual predator to justice.
“We work hard to tackle all forms of abuse against children and would urge anyone who has concerns that a child is being sexually abused, or has been a victim themselves, no matter how long ago, to come forward.
“I hope this case sends a message that it is never too late to report to us and we will do all we can to support the victim and bring the perpetrator to justice.”