Victim and their family thank Essex Police for bringing attacker to justice
He's been jailed for a series of child sex offences
A victim and their family have thanked Essex Police for helping to bring their attacker to justice.
In December last year, 62 year-old David Schadek was found guilty of four counts of sexual assault, one count of sexual assault of a child, and one count of perverting the course of justice.
Police say it related to assaults on children between 2004 and 2017.
One of the incidents was reported to officers in January 2018, which then led officers to discover other incidents and further victims.
Schadek, of Fenno Close, was sentenced to four and a half years in prison on Thursday 24th February.
In a statement, one of his victims and their family said: “David Schadek groomed children and betrayed their trust.
“We are relieved that no others will have to suffer at his hands and now he has to face the consequences of his actions.
“We would like to acknowledge the bravery of the victims for speaking out and telling their truth.
"Also thanks to Essex Police for their many years of hard work and support to get justice for the victims.”
Detective Inspector Fred Tomkins said: “David Schadek is a predator who preyed upon his young victims.
“It is through their bravery that we have been able to put him behind bars, unable to put other children at risk.
“They have shown tremendous courage in telling us what happened to them and their resilience throughout this long investigation has been incredible.
“I want to thank them for their trust in us and hope they take comfort in the knowledge Schadek has now been brought to justice for what he has done.
“We will continue to work to root out those who prey on children and lay bare their heinous crimes for all to see.
“I urge anyone who has been the victim of a sexual crime to contact Essex Police. Our specialist officers will support you and your voice will be heard”.