Colin White

Colin White, a 60-year-old former postman from Newton Aycliffe, was jailed for seven years at Durham Crown Court for two counts of indecent assault committed against an underage girl around 20 years ago. The offences, which occurred in the early 2000s, involved White grooming the teenage victim by providing her with alcohol and cigarettes, exploiting her vulnerability to carry out sexual abuse.

Durham Crown Court heard detailed accounts of how White's actions left the victim battling severe depression and feelings of guilt for decades. Following a trial, White was convicted of the historical sexual offences. He appeared via video link from HMP Durham for sentencing.

The judge imposed a seven-year custodial sentence, placed White on the sex offenders' register for life, and issued an indefinite restraining order to protect potential future victims. This case highlights the long-reaching impact of child sexual abuse and the importance of prosecuting historical offences to deliver justice to survivors.

White's conviction serves as a reminder of the efforts by authorities, including Durham Police, to address past abuses through thorough investigations and trials.