Northampton man found guilty of child sex offences including rape

Jason Yongblah, previously of Weedon Close, Northampton, was found guilty of the offences on Tuesday (October 8), Northamptonshire Police said.

The 56-year-old was arrested after a relative of a victim saw inappropriate text messages.

During the trial, Yongblah denied that one of the photos used in evidence was of him, resulting in intimate photos having to be obtained of him whilst in custody for comparison purposes, according to Northamptonshire Police.

On Tuesday (October 8), the jury found him guilty of all charges.

Lead investigator – Detective Constable Kirstie Brooks, said: “I am so pleased that Jason Yongblah has been found guilty of all charges and I want to thank the incredibly brave girl in this case, and her family, for coming forward and helping us put this predatory man behind bars.

“Having to give evidence at a rape trial is something no one should have to do, let alone when you’re a child. The courage this girl has shown has been staggering and I am so glad that her courage has resulted in her abuser being found guilty.

“This has been a complex case to investigate and deal with at court but all the hard work is so worth it when the offender is found guilty and you know they will now spend a significant amount of time in prison.

“We will continue working hard to put more people like Jason Yongblah where they belong – behind bars.”

Yongblah is due to be sentenced on November 29.