Christopher Proctor

Christopher Proctor, also known as Daniel Travis, a 49-year-old man of no fixed address, has been described as a 'dangerous' paedophile following his conviction for sexually assaulting a toddler. The assault occurred when the victim was just two years old, and Proctor was charged with sexual assault by touching, an offence he initially denied.

In 2019, Proctor had been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the rape of a separate young girl, and he was already serving this term when the toddler's case came to light. It was not until 2021 that the victim reported the abuse to Derbyshire Police, prompting an investigation that led to Proctor's arrest and charges.

The case proceeded to trial, where the victim provided evidence and underwent cross-examination by Proctor's defence team. Following this, Proctor changed his plea to guilty, admitting the sexual assault. During the sentencing hearing, the victim delivered a poignant victim impact statement, highlighting the profound and lasting effects of the abuse on her life.

In her statement, the victim said: 'What happened to me has had a huge impact on my life and is quite difficult to put into words… The impact on my mental health has been significant. I am constantly anxious and on edge, particularly around men and unfamiliar places. I struggle to trust people, even those close to me and I often feel isolated because of this. I experience frequent flashbacks and panic attacks from the trauma of what Christopher did to me… I used to self-harm to get rid of the feeling of his hands on my skin. I have lost my confidence and self-worth. Some days I have even thought it might be better if I am not here. But I will get through this… I would like the court to understand the seriousness of the harm that has been caused to me. Not only at the time of the offence, when I was little, but the lasting impact it has had on my wellbeing and future… I want Christopher to remember one thing – he may have taken away my innocence, but he will never take away my future… I am no longer a victim. I’m a survivor…'

The court commended the victim's courage in reading her statement. Proctor was sentenced to three years and nine months in jail, to be served consecutively with his existing term. He was also placed on the sex offenders register for life, issued with a 15-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order, and a 10-year restraining order to protect the public.

Detective Constable Ellen Buggins, the officer in charge of the case from Derbyshire Police, stated: 'The survivor in the case showed tenacity and patience throughout, despite the time taken for this to be heard in court. She showed immense courage and was commended by the judge for reading out her victim statement in court. Travis (AKA Proctor) is a dangerous individual whose offences were horrific. It is only right that the public are protected from him, and he will be kept a close eye on for life.' The case was reported by the Derbyshire Times on 14 January 2026.