Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to Manase Uaisele in Napier District Court today.

The 33-year-old was sentenced to five years and five months’ imprisonment after being found guilty of 12 charges relating to sexual offending and indecently assaulting multiple young girls.

Police would like to thank the victims and their families for working so closely with Police throughout the investigation process.

It takes a great deal of courage to come forward and stand up to your abuser, and these brave actions of the victims has not only led to holding Uaisele to account but may have also protected other children from suffering how they did.

While this does not change the damage that Uaisele has caused, Police hope the victims are able to find some closure in this outcome to hopefully help during their healing process.

This matter has now been concluded in Court, however, Police will take further complaints should any other victims come forward.

- Hastings Child Protection Supervisor, Detective Sergeant Kate Hyde

© Scoop Media