Man jailed for non-recent child sex offences in Oldham
Date published: 02 July 2025
Tony Drewitt. Image courtesy of GMP
Tony Drewitt (aged 77), of Hazon Way, Epsom in Surrey, has been jailed for 12 months at Manchester Crown Square Court after he pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual activity with a child.
Some of the offending occurred in Oldham.
The victim was 13 years old when they met, and Drewitt was aged 69.
Drewitt groomed his victim and engaged in sexual activity with her over a one-year period whilst she was aged 14.
Drewitt was also made to sign the sex offenders register for five years and has an indefinite restraining order against the victim.
Detective Sergeant Andy Barrett, of GMP's Oldham Complex Safeguarding Hub, said: “Firstly, I would like to thank the victim and their family for being brave enough to come forward and report this abuse to the police.
“Drewitt engaged in a prolonged period of grooming a young girl, who should have been free to enjoy her childhood.
"Instead, she was abused by a man who denied her of her youth.
“I hope today’s sentencing can provide the victim and their family some comfort knowing that Drewitt is behind bars and can no longer harm them.
“We encourage anyone who has been a victim of sexual assault, or knows someone who has, to come forward and speak to the police. We will listen to you and we will investigate.”
Greater Manchester Police can be contacted via 101 or through the Live Chat function on the website: www.gmp.police.uk
Reports can also be made anonymously through the independent charity - Crimestoppers - on 0800 555 111.
Remember – if in doubt report it.
If you or someone you know has been raped or sexually assaulted, police encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to them, or a support agency so you can get the help and support available.
- Saint Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester.
They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages.
Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.
- Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives.
Call on 0161 273 4500 or email: help@manchesterrapecrisis.co.uk
- Survivors Manchester provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation.
Call 0161 236 2182.
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