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LIAM RAMSEY AND STEPHEN HURST HAVE NOW BOTH BEEN JAILED 13:00, 29 May 2025 Two sick paedophiles have been jailed after supplying a child with drugs and alcohol before sexually abusing her.
Liam Ramsey and Stephen Hurst purchased £120 worth of Class A drugs after drinking with their victim in pubs around Durham city centre. They plied the girl with wine and cocktails throughout
the day then gave her the cocaine they had bought on their way home. The victim told police that because of all the cocaine they had given her, she had a nosebleed and went upstairs. As the
victim went upstairs, Ramsey and Hurst followed her. The victim was then subjected to physical and sexual abuse throughout the night and into the early hours of the morning. Liam Ramsey and
Stephen Hurst were arrested and officers later charged them with 18 offences and they were remanded into court. The pair made some initial admissions but also denied many of the offences
and so were taken to trial. In April, the jury found Ramsey and Hurst guilty of numerous offences including sexual activity with a child, intentional strangulation and supply of a class A
drug. Ramsey, 40, of Sunderland, was jailed for 11 years whilst Hurst, 46, of Richmond, was jailed for nine years. Both men were placed on the sex offenders register for life. WE HAVE A
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around the North East. Detective Constable Beth Otty, who led the investigation said: "This has been a long and demanding investigation involving a large team of dedicated police
officers and staff who have all worked diligently to bring about the best possible result for the victim." She added: "I would like to commend her for her bravery in coming forward
and standing up against her perpetrators who can no longer pose any danger to other children." Article continues below To report a sexual assault, call Durham Constabulary on 101, or
dial 999 in an emergency. If you’re more comfortable reporting online, you can visit our online reporting page here: https://tinyurl.com/3cxdezzp If you’re not ready to speak to police,
there are other agencies who can help. The Meadows Sexual Assault Referral Centre provides free, confidential healthcare and compassionate support to people who have experienced rape or
sexual assault. Call 0330 223 0099 or visit www.sarcdurham.co.uk The Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line is available 24/7and provides support for anyone who has been affected by rape or
sexual assault. Call 0808 500 2222 or visit www.247sexualabusesupport.org.uk