Sentence
John Fordham
John Fordham (aged 51) was sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court on 16 October 2026 to 19 Years for Sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 and 3 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Ipswich Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 16 October 2026
- Sentence
- 19 Years, Custodial Term Plus Extended Licence Period: 26 years
- Judge
- His Honour Judge Wilson
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
4 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 | Custodial immediate |
| Rape | Custodial immediate; Sex Offender Notification RequirementsRestraining Order: Indefinite / Life |
| Sexual Activity with a Child | Custodial immediate |
| Causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity | Custodial immediate |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of rape, sexual assault of a female child aged under 13-years-old, sexual activity with a child and causing or inciting a child under 13-years-old to engage in sexual activity in Suffolk.