Repeated rape of underage step-daughter.

Man Jailed for Raping 12-Year-Old Girl Over Four Years

Brian Hoad, 66, has been sentenced to prison for repeatedly raping a 12-year-old girl over a period of four years in the 1980s. The abuse, described as "abhorrent" and "detestable," took place while other family members were present in the house.

Hoad was found guilty of four counts of raping a girl under 16 and two counts of sexual assault on a girl under 16. The victim reported the abuse to Sussex Police in June 2021, leading to Hoad's arrest the following day.

Sussex Police have commended the victim's courage in coming forward. Detective Constable Emily Turner stated: "Brian Hoad abused his position of trust and responsibility in the most abhorrent ways, robbing his innocent victim of a normal childhood through his own depraved actions."

"His detestable crimes have had a long-lasting impact, but thanks to her bravery in coming forward he will now spend a significant part of the rest of his life in prison. The courage to confront her accuser, support the investigation to prosecution and help bring him to justice cannot be overstated. I would like to personally thank her."