A schoolgirl was attacked by a stranger in North Shields, leaving her traumatized and fearful for her safety
The girl was out with a friend, having a few drinks, when they met Michael McCarron. He was a middle-aged man who seemed friendly at first. But then things took a dark turn.
He spent time with them, acting a bit creepy, and eventually led the girl to a secluded spot. She felt dizzy and believes she blacked out. The next thing she knew, police were pulling McCarron away.
When officers confronted him, he claimed he was just trying to help. But the girl told them the truth: she had been raped. She had injuries that confirmed her story.
In her statement, she shared how hard it’s been to cope. She’s had panic attacks and nightmares since the incident. It’s heartbreaking to hear how this has affected her life.
McCarron, who has a long criminal history but no prior sexual offenses, pleaded guilty to multiple charges. He was sentenced to nine years in prison and will be on the sex offenders register for life.
The judge didn’t hold back, saying McCarron treated the girl like an object. It was a prolonged attack, and he targeted her when she was vulnerable.
McCarron’s defense claimed he was remorseful and had been drinking and using drugs. But that doesn’t change the pain he caused.