Convicted Sex Offender's Sentence Doubled After New Victims Come Forward

A convicted sex offender who was jailed for 12 years has had his time in prison almost doubled after new victims came forward.

Barry Radford, 54, from Whickham, was initially jailed in 2019 for offenses against four teenage boys. Following his conviction, two more victims reported that they had been abused by Radford, according to Northumbria Police.

Radford admitted to 12 more offenses, including four counts of rape, and was sentenced at Newcastle Crown Court to an additional 11 years in prison. These new offenses also included six counts of sexual assault and two counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, police said.

Det Ch Insp Graeme Dodds commended the bravery of all the victims. He stated, "[Radford's] a dangerous and predatory offender who preyed upon teenage boys. The victims have been so courageous. It is due to their bravery that Radford has been held to account for his horrific actions and he will remain in prison for a significantly longer period of time."