Iain Marsh, from Cardiff, has been jailed for 21 years for sexual offences on two females under the age of 13

Iain Marsh, from Cardiff, has been jailed for 21 years for sexual offences on two females under the age of 13.

The 52-year-old was found guilty of 18 charges following a trial at Cardiff Crown Court last month (September 2024).

Marsh was back at Cardiff Crown Court on Monday, October 14 for sentencing.

In statements to the court, both victims described the psychological impact of the abuse.

He was jailed for 14 years and seven years to run consecutively with an extended two years’ probation.

Restraining Orders and Sexual Harm Prevention Orders were also issued by the Judge and Marsh is to remain on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely.

If you or someone you know has been the victim of rape, sexual assault or another sexual offence, there is information here about the help and support available: https://www.south-wales.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/advice/rape-sexual-assault-and-other-sexual-offences/

Support is also available for our partners, New Pathways http://www.newpathways.org.uk/ who provide a range of crisis services that includes advocacy and counselling.