Barry Bennell Barry Bennell: dozens of alleged victims may be denied justice At least 86 ex-footballers report abuse but there are doubts over likelihood of a further trial Barry Bennell. At least 86 former footballers have contacted police to claim they were sexually abused by the the former Manchester City and Crewe Alexandra youth coach as children. The Guardian understands that more alleged victims have come forward to the media since Bennell’s conviction, although it is not yet known whether they have contacted the police. Did this special football talent kill himself because of Barry Bennell? Bennell, 64, was convicted of 50 counts of sexual abuse against 12 victims.

Source: The Guardian February 16, 2018 14:36 UTC