Anthony Lane

Anthony Lane, known as Tony and formerly of Mayflower Road in Droitwich, Worcestershire, was sentenced to 14 years in prison in January 2021 at Worcester Crown Court for committing 13 counts of indecent assault against a girl during the 1980s. At the time of sentencing, Lane was 78 years old, and his offences included a specific attack at Droitwich Lido in 1986.

The case came to light years later when the victim found the courage to report the historical abuses, leading to Lane's arrest and prosecution by West Mercia Police. A jury convicted him after hearing the evidence, marking a significant step in delivering justice for the long-suffering victim. The sentencing reflected the severity of the sexual offences, which had a profound and lasting impact on the victim's life.

This conviction was referenced in the context of his son Jason Lane's similar crimes, highlighting a disturbing pattern within the family. Anthony Lane's imprisonment brought some closure to his victim, who had endured the trauma for decades before speaking out.

The details were covered in reports by local media, including the Evesham Journal, underscoring the importance of victims coming forward even after many years.