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Rapist Sentenced to 14 Years, Audience Applauds Conviction

2/14/2026

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Martin Tidder, the defendant, was sentenced at Hull Crown Court to 14 years in prison for raping and sexually assaulting three young boys.
He laughed during trial, but his demeanor changed at conviction.
He tripped and fell as he was led away, drawing applause from the gallery.
Prosecutor David Godfrey described Tidder's actions as "disgustingly destructive."
He will register as a sex offender for life and receive an extended license.

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Story summary

Martin Tidder, the defendant, was sentenced at Hull Crown Court to 14 years in prison for raping and sexually assaulting three young boys.
He laughed during trial, but his demeanor changed at conviction.
He tripped and fell as he was led away, drawing applause from the gallery.
Prosecutor David Godfrey described Tidder's actions as "disgustingly destructive."
He will register as a sex offender for life and receive an extended license.