Robert Squires

Robert Squires, an 80-year-old man from Bosinney near Tintagel in North Cornwall, has been sentenced to 18 years in prison at Truro Crown Court on 28 October 2025 for the sexual abuse of six child victims spanning four decades. The offences, which involved multiple counts of child sexual abuse, were described in court as a prolonged pattern of predatory behaviour that caused lasting harm to the young victims. Squires will also serve a further year on extended licence following his release, ensuring ongoing monitoring.

The case came to light through investigations by Devon & Cornwall Police, revealing the extent of Squires' crimes committed over many years. Evidence presented during the proceedings detailed the systematic nature of the abuse, affecting six children and underscoring the long-term impact on survivors. The sentencing judge highlighted the remorseless and extensive duration of the offending, which dated back several decades, making this one of the most serious cases of historical child sex abuse handled by the court.

As reported in the Devon & Cornwall Police filtered search release dated 28/10/2025, the conviction provides closure for the victims and reinforces the commitment to prosecuting such offences regardless of when they occurred. The police force played a pivotal role in gathering evidence and supporting the prosecution, leading to this substantial custodial sentence.