Michael Scrase, a child rapist, has been sentenced to 32 years in prison after being convicted of over 20 sexual offences against minors.
Michael Scrase, residing on Burnell Way in Shrewsbury, was found guilty of 21 charges during a trial, comprising 14 counts of rape, five acts of sexual assault, and two counts of child abuse.
Throughout the two-week trial, the court examined how the 45-year-old perpetrated the acts from 2014 to 2021.
Michael Scrase, a paedophile, was sentenced to 32 years at Wolverhampton Crown Court. He is anticipated to serve 28 years in confinement prior to being freed on parole for the subsequent four years.
Detective Constable Julia Warren, who spearheaded the investigation, stated: “Paedophile Michael Scrase is an exceedingly perilous individual who exploited young, vulnerable girls.”
“We welcome the sentence given to Paedophile Michael Scrase by the judge, but no sentence can ever take away the lifelong trauma he caused his victims.
“I would like to commend his victims for coming forward and reporting these crimes, as it takes a lot of courage and strength, and I would like to thank them for their bravery throughout the investigation and trial.”
You can report cases of rape or sexual assault to us via the West Mercia Police website at westmercia.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/v1/rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/
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