A MAN who sexually abused a child over an eight-year period has been jailed for 19 years.
Christopher George, 41, from Sneinton, was handed the sentence at Nottingham Crown Court yesterday.
He pleaded guilty to 17 separate offences, including rape and sexual assault, at an earlier hearing.
George also admitted a further offence against a second child of causing a child to engage in sexual activity.
After the hearing, Detective Sergeant Daniel Bebbington, of Notts Police's Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said: "This sentence reflects the despicable crimes committed by a dangerous sexual offender.
"The victims have been through a living nightmare.
"Hopefully, this result is the start of a new chapter for them."
He added: "Detective Constable Clare Easter has worked tirelessly for the victims and deserves recognition for such a detailed and thorough investigation.
"Despite repeated denials, George was eventually left with little choice but to plead guilty, such was the overwhelming evidence against him.
"In sentencing George, the judge said that the sentence would have been longer still had George not eventually entered into a guilty plea.
"This is testament to the courage shown by the victims and the comprehensive investigation DC Easter tirelessly worked on to ensure justice would be done."
The victims in the case are being supported through by Imara, an organisation which helps children who have been abused.
More information about its work can be found at www.imara.org.uk.
