Man from Flintshire jailed for sexually assaulting young child
Ben Caunce was caught after being reported by a colleague
A man from Flintshire has been jailed for sexually assaulting a child and possessing hundreds of indecent images.
Ben Caunce, 35, of Bank Roads, Mancot, came to the attention of police after showing indecent images to a colleague at a social event, who then reported him.
Devices seized by polices contained images of him sexually assaulting a child.
Caunce admitted eight counts of sexual assault of a child and possession of over 200 Category A indecent images and videos of a child, as well as having over 200 Category B indecent images and videos, almost 300 Category C images and videos, and showing an indecent image of a child to another person.
He has been jailed for 21 years and will serve at least two-thirds in prison before he can be considered for release.
He's also been ordered to register as a sex offender indefinitely and was given a lifelong Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
Investigating Officer, Detective Constable Danielle Craig, said:
"Ben Caunce poses a danger to children, and I am pleased that today’s sentence reflects the seriousness and depravity of the offences he committed.
"I commend the bravery and dignity of the victim’s mother for having the courage to assist with the investigation, and for her resilience throughout.
"We will leave no stone unturned"
"I also want to highlight the bravery of Caunce’s colleague who brought him to the attention of the police. As a result of his report, an investigation was launched that resulted in him being brought to justice today.
"We will leave no stone unturned when investigating those who seek to do harm to vulnerable members of our society. Any victim of sexual abuse is encouraged to come forward with the confidence that they will be heard and supported."