Detectives praise victim after abuser is jailed

Detectives have praised a victim for their courage after their abuser was jailed following an investigation by Cleveland Police's CAVA Team (Child Abuse and Vulnerable Adults).

Terry Davison, 47, appeared at Teesside Crown Court on Monday 25^th March after he pleaded guilty to a series of historical sexual offences against a child and he was jailed for three years and one month.

The offences occurred in the Teesside area and date back to the 1990s when Davison, of Sandyshot Walk, Wythenshawe, was young.

Investigating officer Claire McNeill said: “I’d like to thank the victim for putting their trust in us and for their support throughout the process. The strength and courage they have shown has been outstanding.

“The victim was supported by their family along with the charity Arch Teesside who are invaluable in cases like this. I hope this sentence gives the victim some closure so that they can start to move on with their life.”

CAVA Inspector Nicky Barker added: “Tackling sexual abuse against vulnerable children remains a priority for Cleveland Police and we’ll do all we can to bring perpetrators to justice even if, like today, it’s many decades later.

“I’d remind anyone who has experienced sexual abuse that it’s never too late to report to police; we have specially trained officers and links with our local agencies who will support you from the moment of reporting.  We always ensure victims’ welfare and wellbeing is at the centre of our investigations.”

You can report at any time of day or night online via the Cleveland Police website or by phoning 101.