Edward Riley, now 56, has been sentenced to jail after being found guilty of sexually abusing children in the 1980s
A 56-year-old pervert has been jailed for five years for historical sexual abuse of children. Edward Riley, now 56, was found guilty in February of horrendous incidents of indecent assaults against minors
Riley, of Pitway, South Petherton, Somerset appeared at Worcester Crown Court on Friday, March 14, for sentencing. He was convicted of six counts of indecent assault against a girl under 14, two counts of indecent assault against a boy under 14 and two counts of inciting a boy under 14 to commit an act of gross indecency.
The offences were committed between 1982 and 1986 in Kidderminster but now in 2025, Riley has been placed on the sex offenders register for life.
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Detective Constable Sally Sliwinska of West Mercia Police said: “This case exemplifies how seriously West Mercia Police take sex offences, no matter how long ago they were committed. We would like to commend the victims in this case for their bravery throughout the process, and hope that today’s result brings some justice.
“We will continue to crack down on predators like Riley, who cause unimaginable harm to children.”
If you’ve been affected by sexual abuse then local support is available from the Victim Advice Line. The Victim Advice Line is a free and confidential service offering advice, practical help and emotional support to people affected by crime, regardless how long ago it happened or whether it has been reported to the police.
Support is available by telephone on 0800 9523000, via email at info@victimadviceline.org.uk and through live chat on victimadviceline.org.uk.
