Deceptive Midlands Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Perverting Justice and Child Abuse
A Midlands man who pretended to have a disability to avoid prosecution for child abuse has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. John Siddell, along with his brother James, maintained the lie that John was wheelchair-bound and unable to speak or hold up his head. They were both found guilty of perverting the course of justice and sexual offenses against children under 14 years old. The brothers' deception was described as 'scheming and devious' by the judge at Leicester Crown Court. John was seen walking unaided and engaging in social activities, contradicting his claimed disabilities. The victims of the abuse are still dealing with the effects of the abuse, as stated in court. The brothers did not attend their sentencing hearing and were sentenced to prison terms for their crimes.