Michael Hines

Michael Hines, a convicted serial child rapist from Woodbridge, Suffolk, appeared at Ipswich Crown Court where he received an additional 10-year custodial sentence for further sexual offences against a victim.

The court heard that Hines had relentlessly sexually abused a woman for six years, with the new revelations emerging after his previous conviction in 2021. The victim, who branded Hines a 'monster' in her impact statement, described how his actions turned her life into 'a living hell'. Hines, already serving a sentence for prior child sex offences, faced charges related to the ongoing abuse that had not been fully disclosed at the time of his initial sentencing.

Prosecutors from Suffolk Constabulary presented evidence of the extended period of abuse, highlighting the severe and prolonged nature of the sexual exploitation. The judge at Ipswich Crown Court emphasised the gravity of Hines's repeated offending, noting the devastating impact on the victim. This sentencing on 6th December added to Hines's existing term, ensuring a longer period of incarceration to reflect the full extent of his crimes.

The case underscores the ongoing investigations into historical sexual abuse, with Suffolk Constabulary commended for bringing additional evidence to light. No further details on the exact timeline of the abuse were specified in court proceedings, but it was clear the offences spanned several years during the victim's childhood and adolescence.