Ex-cricket coach, previously jailed for abuse of young boys, is sentenced again after more victims come forward

An ex-cricket coach previously jailed for multiple sex offences against young boys has been sentenced today at Newcastle Crown Court for offences against two further victims. 

Michael Strange, 64, who is already serving a jail sentence as a result of previous offences, was sentenced after pleading guilty to four charges relating to the abuse of two boys while they were under his tuition at a North East cricket club during the 1980s and 1990s. 

Claire Wright, Senior Crown Prosecutor with CPS North East’s Rape and Serious Sexual Offences Unit, said: “As with his previous offending, it is clear from the evidence in this case that Michael Strange abused the trust placed in him as a cricket coach to commit these acts against his young victims. 

“Strange is a dangerous sexual predator who gave little thought for the hugely damaging impact of his actions during the ruthless pursuit for his own sexual gratification. 

“We would like to acknowledge the bravery of both victims in this case, who came forward to report these offences to police, despite the significant trauma they must have endured at Strange’s hands. 

“Working closely with Northumbria Police, the Crown Prosecution Service was able to build a robust case against Strange, securing his guilty pleas to these serious charges. We sincerely hope that the sentence passed upon him today provides a good measure of comfort to his victims.”