A child sex offender who targeted three young girls has been jailed.

Jordan McGrath-Coulstock from Tonbridge committed 12 sex offences against the children between 2014 and 2016.

They all took place in Rochester and included three counts of rape, an attempted rape, and two sexual assaults.

After being arrested, he was released on bail so detectives could build a stronger case.

While on bail he led officers on a dangerous pursuit which started in Strood High Street and ended in Forge Lane, Higham, in October.

During the incident, he drove on the wrong side of the road, skipped a red light and reached speeds of 80mph in a 40mph zone.

McGrath-Coulstock admitted dangerous driving and driving while disqualified.

He denied all of the offences committed against children but the 20-year-old, of Northwood Road, was found guilty following a trial at Maidstone Crown Court.

He was sentenced to five years’ imprisonment on Monday.

Detective Constable Natalie Collin, who investigated the sexual offences, said: "McGrath-Coulstock targeted three vulnerable young girls and preyed on them before committing various offences against them.

"He went so far to deny these offences and put the victims through the difficulty of a trial. I want to commend their bravery.

"We will always take reports of sexual offences seriously and will always thoroughly investigate allegations, no matter how old the offences are reported to be."

An NSPCC spokesperson said: “The young people McGrath-Coulstock so horrifically abused have been extremely brave, and we hope this sentencing allows them to move forward with their lives.

“Child sexual abuse has a devastating impact on lives and no matter how long ago the offences took place it’s important that victims have the confidence to come forward, speak out and seek support.”

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