'Dangerous' Shrewsbury paedophile who sexually assaulted and raped a child is jailed

A paedophile who sexually assaulted and raped a child has been jailed. Mark Davis, from Shrewsbury, was sentenced to 15 years behind bars on Friday, November 8.

Davis was found guilty of two counts of rape following a trial at Shrewsbury Crown Court in August. The 42-year-old had also previously pleaded guilty to charges of sexual assault and making indecent images of children.

Davis, of Hanwood, Shrewsbury, was handed his jail sentence last week. In addition to his prison sentence, Davis was also handed an indefinite sexual harm prevention order and will be on the sex offenders’ register for life.

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DC Emma Owen of West Mercia Police, who led the investigation, said: “Davis is, by his own admission during his trial, a paedophile. "He’s a danger to children and I’m pleased that he will now spend a significant amount of time in prison.

“I’d like to commend the victim on coming forward to report Davis’ abuse. This was a very big step to take and their bravery has led to him being behind bars where he can’t harm any more children.

“I hope this case shows that we can and do take action against perpetrators of child sexual abuse. I would always urge anyone who has been a victim of sexual abuse, regardless of how long ago it happened, to speak to us. We will listen and you will be believed.”