A firefighter has admitted a series of “horrific” child sex offences.
Kevin Jones, 49, of Norman Road, Runcorn, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Friday, January 27, where he pleaded guilty to six charges including three counts of rape. Cheshire Police said the abuse took place while the victim was aged between 13 and 16 years.
Jones, who worked as a firefighter, is due to be sentenced on Thursday, April 6. He was remanded in custody at court on January 27.
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Detective Constable Michaela Flynn, who led the investigation, said: “The incident has had a major impact on the victim, and I would like to thank her for the courage and resilience she has shown that has enabled us to secure this guilty plea.
“Kevin Jones is a very dangerous individual and the extent of the abuse he subjected the victim to is nothing short of horrific.
“I welcome his conviction and I hope that the victim and her family gain some closure.
"We are committed to tackling sexual violence and our officers support victims of this type of crime.
“I hope that the conviction provides some solace and closure to the victim and also gives others who may have suffered in silence the courage to come forward."
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