Man Sentenced for Nursery Abuse

0:00On March 16, a 30-year-old man from Corston has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexually abusing young children at a Bristol. Nursery, Nathan Bennett was convicted on several counts of rape and sexual assault against kids under 13, plus other related offenses he had already admitted to. The sentencing happened today at Bristol Crown Court. Concerns from parents and staff led the nursery manager to check security cameras back in late February 2025. Police arrested Bennett that same day after reviewing hours of footage from 18 cameras, which revealed attacks on five toddler victims. Families described feeling heartbroken and furious, saying they now find it hard to trust others with their kids. The judge called Bennett a dangerous predator, who betrayed his position of trust. Noting the lasting pain for everyone involved, even if the children, don't remember. In court, his lawyer mentioned he had no prior record and expressed regret, but the judge imposed a 24-year prison term followed by six years.

1:02On license, plus an indefinite restriction order to prevent future harm, police offered support to all affected families and urge anyone with concerns to reach out directly, hoping this long sentence brings some closure as. They work to move forward.