While the trial heard the boy abducted the girl at knifepoint - with a blade later found on a beach. Six-year-old Alesha had been reported missing from the home her dad shared with her grandparents last July. A fibre from boxer shorts found on Rothesay beach was also discovered on Alesha’s pants, the court heard. (Image: PA)(Image: Facebook)He said: "Throughout the police investigation and this trial, Alesha’s family have shown incredible bravery in the face of the most appalling circumstances. "Crimes such as this are extremely rare and I am glad that we have been able to get justice for Alesha and her family."

Source: Daily Mirror February 21, 2019 16:10 UTC