Child sex offender sent back to prison for offences in Plymouth
Nigel Collier committed crimes against the same victims
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A convicted child sex offender has been sent back to prison, for further offences committed against the same victims.
Nigel Collier, 68, from Hull, was previously sentenced in 2017 to four years in prison after pleading guilty to three counts of sexual abuse against two girls.
After that conviction, police received additional information, which prompted another investigation into further offending.
Detectives gathered new evidence, relating to offences which had not been included in the original prosecution.
The investigation and subsequent court case resulted in Collier being convicted of six counts of sexual assault by penetration, involving the same two victims.
The offences took place in Plymouth.
After a five-day trial at Plymouth Crown Court, Collier was found guilty on 25 June 2026. He returned to the court and was sentenced to 10 years in prison on 31 July.
Investigating officers have praised the victims for their courage in supporting the renewed investigation, saying the case demonstrated the importance of people continuing to come forward with information, even after a conviction has been secured.
Investigating Officer, Detective Constable Cheryl Kearton, said: “The bravery shown by the victims throughout this process cannot be overstated.
“Thanks to the further information provided, we were able to build additional evidence and ensure the offender was held accountable for the full extent of his crimes.”
During sentencing, the judge described the offences as extremely serious and said the victims had endured significant and lasting harm as a result of the abuse.
The court was told that the new conviction and sentence reflected the full extent of the offending that had come to light following the original case.
Support available
If you have been affected by this article there is support available.
You can visit victimcare-dc.org to access support services and information on your rights and how to navigate the criminal justice system.
You can also call Victim Support on 0808 1689 111 or Devon and Cornwall Police’s Victim Care Unit on 01392 475900.
Advice and support can also be found at:
National Rape Crisis Helpline 0808 802 9999Devon and Cornwall Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC) 0300 3034626
For more information please visit: www.dc.police.uk/Rape-SexualAssault