Gwent Police have urged more potential victims of “wicked'” paedophile Anthony Badham to come forward after he was jailed for 25 years this afternoon.
The 61-year-old from Risca faces the prospect of dying behind bars after he was convicted of sexually abusing four boys during the 1990s.
After he was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court, Detective Sergeant Laura Redwood, the officer in charge of the case, said: “Through the accounts of the victims, we learned that Badham was well known in the community and would regularly engage with children through his hobby of fixing up cars and bikes.
"As a result, we believe that he may have had the opportunity to commit further offences against other children.
“We understand that reporting crimes of this nature can be difficult and daunting, but we want to stress that you are not alone.
"Anyone reporting child sexual offences will be listened to and supported.”
Of the four victims, who were abused when they were aged between 10 and 15, she said: “At the heart of this investigation are four men who have shown remarkable strength and resilience.
"Their courage in reporting the defendant’s despicable crimes mean he is rightfully behind bars.”
Badham, who had moved to Newbridge, pleaded guilty on the day of his trial to a catalogue of offences.
They included rape, indecent assault and gross indecency with a boy under the age of 14.
Judge Shomon Khan told Badham: “Your offending is of the utmost gravity.
“It took place over a prolonged period when you were aged between 25 and 32.
"Each victim impact statement is heart-rending and reflects the consequences of your wicked, calculating abuse."
Badham will have to serve two-thirds of his 25-year sentence in prison before being eligible for parole.
An extended licence period of one year was also imposed.
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