...By Gift BADEWO for TDPel Media.
Convicted Double Killer Receives Further Life Sentence for Sexual Abuse of Schoolboy
Alun Kyte, known as the “Midlands Ripper” for his previous convictions of strangling two prostitutes in the 1990s, has been handed a new life sentence for sexually abusing a schoolboy.
Kyte, now 58 years old, lured a nine-year-old boy to his home in Staffordshire in the 1980s under the pretense of offering toys.
He carried out a five-year campaign of abuse against the child, which included physical assaults, rape, and threats.
The recent trial resulted in Kyte being convicted, and he has now been sentenced to life with a minimum tariff of ten years and eight months.
The Judge’s Remarks
During the sentencing at Nottingham Crown Court, Judge Nirmal Shant KC addressed Kyte’s history of violence, including the killings of two women and severe sexual violence against a third victim.
The judge highlighted the additional risk posed by Kyte towards young male children, stating that both a psychiatrist and a probation officer had determined he still posed a significant danger to the public.
While acknowledging Kyte’s efforts to reduce his risk towards women while in prison, the court deemed his overall risk level as still high.
Campaign of Attacks and Extreme Violence
Judge Shant described Kyte’s offenses against the boy as a “campaign of attacks” against a defenseless victim.
The violence inflicted upon the child was deemed extreme, with Kyte threatening to kill him and his family if he disclosed the abuse.
The judge emphasized the severity of the crimes and stressed that Kyte would only be released when it is deemed safe to do so.
Past Murders and Possible Connections
Kyte’s previous convictions involved the murders of Samo Paull and Tracey Turner, and he had previously boasted about killing more women while in prison.
There are suspicions that Kyte may be connected to other unsolved murders, including those of Julie Finlay and Dawn Shields.
Retired police officer Mick Creedon, who was involved in Kyte’s previous conviction, believes there are similarities between the known cases and other potential victims.
He suggested a review of cold cases to explore possible connections.
Details of the Abuse and Victim’s Testimony
During the recent trial, it was revealed that Kyte gave the boy 50p after the first assault and subsequently used threats against the victim and his loved ones to maintain control.
The abuse spanned several years, increasing in violence over time.
The victim, fearing for his family’s safety, felt unable to disclose the abuse at the time.
He testified that he had been choked to the point of unconsciousness and decided to endure the abuse out of fear for his family’s well-being.
