Man jailed for 24 years for rape and child cruelty offences in Leeds
The 33 year old has been sentenced for a 'campaign of abuse' over more than a decade
A Leeds man has been jailed for 24 years for a series of rape offences, child cruelty, and coercive control spanning over a decade.
33 year old Christopher Beasley, of Cottingley Drive in Beeston, was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court yesterday, where he was previously found guilty of six counts of rape, three counts of child cruelty, and controlling and coercive behaviour.
Beasley’s crimes dated back to 2011 and were uncovered following an investigation by police after his victim reported him in 2022.
The presiding judge described his behaviour as a "campaign of rape."
The victim, who has since been diagnosed with complex post-traumatic stress disorder, described her ordeal, saying, "I can’t even do the things I used to do, like watching TV or listening to music, because they trigger it all."
Beasley's sentence includes an extended licence period of five years.
Speaking after the sentencing, Detective Constable Josh Holroyd of West Yorkshire Police, said:
“I would like to praise the bravery and resilience of all the victims in this case and thank them for their patience and trust."
“The significant sentence imposed on Beasley shows the seriousness of his offending and I hope will give some closure to those involved."