Kingston man sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting child under his mother's care

A 32-year-old man, Jonathan Hayter, has been sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for sexually assaulting a child under 13 years old. 

The victim was under the care of Hayter's mother, who was a childminder in Kingston. 

The abuse began in 2007 when Hayter was 16 years old and the victim was five years old. At least eight offences took place over a two-year period at the childminding service run by his mother. 

The victim reported the offences to the police in November 2020, and an investigation was launched, leading to Hayter's arrest and charge. 

Hayter was found guilty of sexual assault of a child under 13 following a trial at Kingston Crown Court. 

Detective Constable Hannah Saunders, the investigating officer, praised the victim for her bravery in helping to put Hayter before the courts and urged anyone who has suffered at his hands to come forward and contact the local police. 

She also stated that Hayter is a dangerous predator who sexually abused and terrorized the young innocent victim while they were under his mother's care. 

The sentencing of Hayter is a reminder of the importance of reporting any form of sexual abuse, no matter how long ago it occurred. 

Victims should not suffer in silence, and the authorities are always ready to help. 

The police take all allegations of this type extremely seriously and ensure that victims are supported throughout the whole process. 

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