UK nursery worker jailed for abusing children in his care
A UK nursery worker, Nathan Bennett, has been sentenced to prison for the rape and abuse of young children under his care. The case, heard at Bristol Crown Court, involved the serial abuse of five boys at the nursery where he worked. Judge William Hart described Bennett as an “incorrigible and dangerous paedophile.” Families of the victims have criticised the nursery for not acting on earlier warnings.
What we know
- Nathan Bennett was jailed at Bristol Crown Court for abusing five boys at the nursery where he worked.
- He was convicted of eight charges of rape, sexual assault, and assault by penetration, and admitted to 13 other charges.
- Prosecutor Gemma Kneebone said Bennett “exploited his position” to repeatedly abuse young children.
- Families said concerns about Bennett were raised with staff but not properly followed up or escalated.
- Lawyer Andrew Lord stated that the families are seeking answers, accountability, and improved safeguarding at the nursery.
