Shrewsbury child rapist jailed for 32 years after committing more than 20 sex crimes against children
A child rapist has been caged for 32 years after he was found guilty of more than 20 sexual offences against children.
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Paedophile Michael Scrase, of Burnell Way in Shrewsbury, was convicted of 21 offences after trial, including 14 counts of rape, five counts of sexual assault and two counts of child abuse.
During the two-week trial, the court heard how the 45-year-old carried out the offences between 2014 and 2021.
Scrase was sentenced at Wolverhampton Crown Court, where he was given 32 years. He is expected to serve 28 years in custody before being released on license for the remaining four years.
Detective Constable Julia Warren, who led the investigation, said: “Scrase is a highly dangerous individual who preyed on young vulnerable girls.
“We welcome the sentence given to 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/
Always call 999 in an emergency.
If you’ve been affected by sexual assault, local support is available from the Victim Advice Line - a free and confidential service offering advice, practical help and emotional support to people affected by crime, regardless how long ago it happened or whether it has been reported to the police.
Support is available by telephone on 0800 9523000, via email at info@victimadviceline.org.uk and through live chat on victimadviceline.org.uk
