Man given six life sentences for raping children

Kieran Bond was ordered to serve a minimum of 16 years in jail

A man has been given six life sentences for raping a boy and a girl who were both under the age of 13.

Kieran Bond, 33, of Oak Road in Bursledon, Hampshire, committed the offences between 2018 and 2021, Southampton Crown Court heard.

He will serve a minimum of 16 years in jail before being considered for parole.

Judge Gary Lucie said the defendant had committed an "appalling breach of trust" and had shown a "complete lack of remorse".

The judge also found that Bond was a "dangerous offender" who posed a future risk.

The defendant was convicted of four counts of raping the boy and two counts against the girl following a trial.

Det Sgt Heather Tack said: "I'd like to place on record my praise and admiration for the very young victims in this case and the courage and determination they have shown throughout, supported by their family members."

The judge added Bond to the sex offenders register and imposed restraining orders on him.