A man described by a judge as 'especially dangerous' has been handed a substantial prison sentence for sexually assaulting a child.
Substantial Sentence for Heinous Crimes
Thomas Green, aged 28 and from Cross Heath in Newcastle-under-Lyme, was sentenced at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on December 19. He received a custodial term of 14 years in prison, with an extended licence period of three years to follow.
Green pleaded guilty to two counts of rape of a child under 16. He also admitted one charge of sexual activity with a child under 16 and one count of breaching a restraining order that was already in place against him.
Victim's Courage Brings Predator to Justice
The case came to light after the victim, showing what police called 'enormous strength', reported the crimes. She disclosed in January 2025 that she had been raped by Green during the summer of 2024.
At the time, Green was subject to an existing restraining order, which he breached during the police investigation. He was subsequently arrested in April 2025, charged, and remanded in custody until his sentencing hearing.
Judge's Assessment and Ongoing Safeguards
The court applied the extended licence period after an assessment concluded that Green posed a significant ongoing risk to the public. The presiding judge formally determined that he was 'especially dangerous'.
In addition to his prison sentence, Green has been made subject to an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO). This order imposes strict conditions on his behaviour upon any future release to manage risk and protect the public.
Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Katy Jones, the officer in the case, commended the victim's bravery. "I am pleased that we've been able to secure this outcome against a sex offender who committed crimes against a child in our community," she said.
"The victim has shown enormous strength in reporting what Green did. I would urge anyone who has been a victim of sexual offences to report it to us. You will be listened to and supported by specially trained officers, who will do everything in their power to see that justice is done."
Police can be contacted by calling 101, though 999 should always be used in an emergency. To remain anonymous, information can be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
