A man has been charged with dozens of sexual offences following a police investigation into child sexual abuse.
12.04.2024 - 17:23 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A man subjected a young girl to a series of sexual abuse more than 20 years ago and has now been brought to justice for his horrific crimes.
Mark Anthony Foster, 61, had committed a number of indecent assaults and rapes on the girl.
The offences, that were 'persistent' and lasted for seven years, became more violent as time progressed, a court heard. He would also administer the victim with medication before raping her.
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The abuse, which happened in Northwich, came to light when the victim came forward in August 2020 and reported it to the police. In interviews following his arrest, Foster repeatedly denied the allegations but was subsequently charged in January 2023.
Following a 13-day trial at Chester Crown Court, Foster, of Forster Avenue, Weaverham, was found guilty of 11 counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14, four counts of rape of a girl under 16, four counts of gross indecency with a girl under 14 and one count of rape of a girl over 16.
The 61-year-old has been remanded in custody until a sentencing hearing on June 13.
- Saint Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live, or have been sexually assaulted, within Greater Manchester. They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.
- Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives. Call
A man has been charged with dozens of sexual offences following a police investigation into child sexual abuse.
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