Aycliffe Assessment Centre Abuse Claims

The Aycliffe Assessment Centre for Children has a troubling history marked by numerous allegations of physical abuse and mistreatment, particularly during the 1980s and 1990s. This facility, intended to provide care and assessment for vulnerable children, instead became notorious for the harsh and brutal conditions reported by many former residents.

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Aycliffe Assessment Centre Abuse Claims

The situation at Aycliffe Assessment Centre became even more alarming when, in 2001, a former staff member, Martyn Locklin, was convicted of sexual abuse. Locklin, who worked as a housemaster at the centre, was found guilty of a series of grave offences, including rape, against three boys under his care between 1988 and 1996. He was initially sentenced to 15 years in prison, a term that was later reduced to 12 years on appeal.

The legacy of abuse at Aycliffe has left lasting scars on its former residents, many of whom have only recently begun to seek justice for the suffering they endured. If you or someone you know was a resident of Aycliffe Assessment Centre and experienced abuse, call our specialist compensation solicitors today on 01642 247656 or use our contact form and we will call you back.

How Can Watson Woodhouse Help?

• Confidential Consultation: We offer a private and confidential consultation to discuss your case and understand the details of the abuse suffered. We listen with compassion and without judgment, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
• Experienced: We specialise in this area of law with vast amounts of experience in successful claims for victims of abuse.
• Expert Legal Advice: Our solicitors are experts in handling abuse claims and will guide you through the legal process, explaining your rights and options.
• Pursuing Justice: We are dedicated to holding the responsible parties accountable for their actions. Our team will pursue compensation for the physical, emotional, and psychological harm you have endured.

Why use a solicitor?

There are many benefits to working with a solicitor that include but is not limited to:

• Abuse cases including those occurring at Aycliffe Assessment Centre are complex and require the proficiency a solicitor will bring to a case. 
• Working with a solicitor means victims have the choice to be present in court. 
• A solicitor communicates with all parties involved on behalf of the victim.
• Solicitors ensure full confidentiality of every case.

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