Jeffrey Donaldson victim describes 'profound impact' of child sex abuse
Summary
Jeffrey Donaldson, a former Democratic Unionist Party leader in Northern Ireland, was found guilty of 18 counts of child sex abuse, including rape, against two women who were children at the time. The victims described how the abuse seriously affected their lives, and Donaldson is seeking to appeal the convictions before his sentencing.Key Facts
- Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted in June of 18 counts of child sex abuse, including one rape.
- The crimes involved two female victims who were children when abused.
- The victims said the abuse had a "profound impact" on their lives and affected them daily.
- One victim said her childhood was stolen, and she struggles with anger.
- The other victim said the abuse affected every relationship and led to daily struggles with thoughts of death.
- Donaldson’s defense said he had a good character previously and had no offenses for 18 years.
- Donaldson's wife, Eleanor, was found to have helped him but is appealing her verdict.
- A court hearing will decide Donaldson’s sentence later in October.
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