Former ambulance technician jailed for child sex offences

A man who previously worked as a former ambulance technician has been sentenced for child sex offences at Worcester Crown Court.

36 year David Andrews, of no fixed abode, formerly of Wellesbourne, Warwickshire, pleaded guilty to a number of offences.

Andrews appeared at Worcester Crown Court where he was sentenced to 25 years with a minimum custodial sentence of 12 years.

He has also been placed on the sex offenders register for life.

Detective Chief Inspector Ben Arrowsmith from West Mercia Police, said: “This is a sickening case involving offences of the upmost seriousness committed by someone who was entrusted to provide care to people at their most vulnerable time.

“For those involved and their families we do not underestimate how distressing or difficult it may be to hear about his crimes.

“We want to thank those involved in the case for their bravery, in bringing Andrews to justice, and preventing others from suffering further harm from his actions.

“We want to reassure anyone impacted that there is support available. We will continue to work with our partners and neighbouring police forces to fully understand the impact of this crime and help those affected.”

Keeley Sheldon, Director of Quality at East Midlands Ambulance Service, said: “We are appalled by this conduct, committed by someone while in a position of trust.

“I’d like to provide reassurance that we have worked very closely with partners throughout this process. Patient safety is our highest priority and upon first learning of these concerns, Andrews was stood down, suspended from work and from responding to patients. He was dismissed by the Trust in March.