A Rochdale man has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison after admitting to a prolonged campaign of sexual abuse against two young children.
Carl Sinderby, 42, of Manchester Road, Rochdale, was sentenced at Minshull Street Crown Court today (Friday 25 April 2025) to 11 years and four months in custody. He will also be subject to an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order and has been placed on the Sex Offenders' Register for life.
Sinderby was found guilty of 20 offences, including ten counts of sexual assault, two counts of causing a child to watch a sexual act, two counts of inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, and six counts of taking and making indecent images of children.
The abuse, which began when the children were aged just five and seven, took place over a period of three years, ending in July 2024.
The investigation was led by Greater Manchester Police’s Online Child Abuse Investigation Team (OCAIT), supported by the Digital Forensic Investigation Unit (DFIU). The case came to light following information from a partner agency, leading to the discovery of extensive evidence on devices seized from Sinderby’s home.
Sinderby was arrested and, during a two-day interview, made a full confession. He admitted to sexually abusing the children, expressing a sexual interest in minors and acknowledging he had exploited the trust of their parents.
Detective Sergeant Greevy of OCAIT said: “What Carl Sinderby has done to this family, particularly these children, is nothing short of cruel. The children’s wellbeing and safety have been at the forefront of our investigation, as has getting justice for them.
“I know they may be too young to fully comprehend what has happened to them, but they were incredibly brave in telling us some of the things Sinderby was doing to them whilst they were in his care.
“We are absolutely committed to removing offenders like Sinderby from the streets. I’m confident that with him behind bars, the streets of Greater Manchester are safer. Despite this positive result, his impact remains, and this family now must pick up the pieces and rebuild their life. I hope this sentence makes that a little bit easier for them.”
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