A PREDATORY paedophile who abused two young girls when they were aged just six and eight has been put behind bars. 

Scott Webb targeted his victims when he was 16 when he had been trusted to babysit them. 

At Burnley Crown Court today the Judge Andrew Jefferies QC jailed Webb, 28, to eight years and three months with an extended licence. 

The judge said: “I have no doubt you are dangerous and my duty is to the public to whom you present a danger.” 

Although Webb has pleaded guilty to the offences he showed no remorse to his victims. One told the judge Webb has destroyed their trust in humankind. 

See tomorrow’s Mail as the two victims and their families bravely speak out for the first time and waive their automatic right to anonymity. 

Webb was also jailed for 19 months after pleading guilty to using coercive and controlling behaviour to his ex-partner and mother of his child. 

The sentence was welcomed by Detective Sergeant Rebecca Joseph, who paid tribute to the bravery of the sexual abuse victims.

The case was a complex investigation that was pursued over time before charges were brought against Webb.

In police interview, he denied carrying out the offences.

But he was sentenced after admitting the charges.

Talking about the sexual abuse offences, Detective Sergeant Joseph said: “I am so pleased these victims have received justice.

“The bravery, resilience and determination they have shown throughout this complex four year investigation has been exceptional.

“I hope this sentencing will help to provide both victims with a resolve to move on from this horrific chapter of their lives.

“It was through the ongoing commitment to justice of the victims and the officers who investigated this that this dangerous man has been taken off of the streets.

Sergeant Joseph continued with comment on the cohesive and controlling behaviour.

“This case was challenging and complex and involved a lot of hard work by all involved," she said,

“Due to the vulnerability of the victim, we were reliant solely on third party reports to build a strong case for Webb’s unacceptable treatment of the victim.

“I would like to thank all the professionals, third party reporting from the public and officers who raised concerns regarding the welfare of Webb’s victim, and then supported the investigation through to prosecution.

“Today’s sentencing behaviour sends a clear message to offenders, if you are controlling someone else, someone will notice, and we will work hard to bring you to justice.

"I hope this is also encouraging to concerned professions and friends and family alike, if you have concerns report them to police, we will take concerns seriously, and they will be investigated appropriately.”