Jail for rapist who attacked teenage girl

Glynn Ellis Battersby, 46, was found guilty of one count of raping a child aged under 16, one count of sexual assault of a child, and one count of sexual activity with a child at Sheffield Crown Court.

He was sentenced to ten years in prison for the first charge, 12 months for the second charge and nine months for the third charge. The sentences will run concurrently.

Detective Constable John Morris, who led the investigation for South Yorkshire Police, said: “The victim in this case has displayed an unbelievable amount of courage and resilience during this process.

“I wish to extend my thanks for their patience, determination and trust. The sentence given reflects the appalling nature of these crimes.”

Battersby, of Mortimer Road in Maltby, Rotherham, had denied all the charges put before the court.