Child sex offences dating back to 1990s.

Man Jailed for Six Years for Historical Child Sexual Offences

Richard John Tilley, 52, of no fixed address, has been sentenced to six years in prison for three counts of indecent assault dating back to 1998.

Tilley was convicted following a trial at Lincoln Crown Court. All offences involved the same victim, according to Lincolnshire Police.

In addition to his prison sentence, Tilley was ordered to sign the sex offenders register for life and was made subject to a sexual harm prevention order.

Investigating officer Det Con Caroline Pendell said: "I would like to thank the victim for having the courage to come forward and having the confidence in the police and criminal justice system to bring the offender to justice. The victim in this case has remarkable strength and courage."