Man jailed for sexual offences against a girl – Bicester

Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man has been jailed for sexual offences against a girl in Bicester.

Stephen Berry, aged 65, of no fixed abode, was jailed for nineteen and a half years at Oxford Crown Court.

He pleaded guilty to eight counts of rape, one count of indecency with a child and one count of indecent assault against one victim, a girl.

The court heard that other offences against two other children would lie on file.

Investigating officer, Detective Samantha Hunter said: “These horrific offences were carried out over a seventeen year period.

“In 2023 the offences were reported to Thames Valley Police and a thorough investigation was carried out.

“This case demonstrates that we will investigate all crimes, no matter the passage of time.

“If you are a victim of a sexual offence or you have information about a sexual offence then please contact us. We have specially trained officers who will listen and support you.

“To contact the force you can visit a police station, call 101 or leave any information via our website.”

Berry was sentenced at court on Tuesday (3/6).

JW