A READING man has been jailed for multiple child sex offences following a sentencing hearing today, Tuesday, March 18.
Vlazimr Rybak, aged 63 and of Oxford Road, has been sentenced to 16 years’ imprisonment and a further year on license at a hearing at Reading Crown Court.
He was found guilty by unanimous jury of two counts of sexual assault by touching a child, and a count each of sexual assault by penetration on a child and inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
A four day trial at the same court concluded on Thursday, January 18, after offences were reported to Thames Valley Police in November 2020.
The offences took place in the over the last decade, during which Rybak sexually abused the victim a number of times.
He was arrested on May 29, 2021, and charged with the offences on July 28, 2022.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Sophie Measham, of the Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said: “I am pleased that Rybak was convicted by a unanimous jury of these offences.
“The victim in this case was a very young child and Rybak betrayed trust to commit these horrendous crimes.
“Today he has been sentenced to a significant prison sentence as a result of his offending, and I hope that this offers some closure for the victim.
“I commend the bravery and courage of such a young person to come forward and trust in the police and criminal justice system to bring Rybak to account for his crimes.
“I would also like to thank the Crown Prosecution Service for working with us to secure this conviction.”
