A convicted paedophile already serving a lengthy prison sentence for rape has been handed a further jail term for the sexual assault of a toddler.
A Pattern of Predatory Behaviour
Christopher Proctor, 49, who now uses the name Daniel Travis, sexually assaulted the young girl when she was just two years old. The victim bravely came forward to report the ordeal to police in 2021. At that time, Proctor was already behind bars, serving a 12-year sentence imposed in 2019 for the rape of another young girl.
Following the new allegations, he was arrested and charged with sexual assault, a charge he initially denied. His trial proceeded, during which the victim gave evidence before the jury. According to Derbyshire Constabulary, it was only after the girl was cross-examined by the defence that Proctor changed his plea and admitted his guilt.
The Survivor's Powerful Impact Statement
In court, the victim read a moving personal statement detailing the profound and lasting impact of Proctor's abuse on her life. She described significant damage to her mental health, including constant anxiety, difficulty trusting people, and feelings of isolation.
"I experience frequent flashbacks and panic attacks from the trauma of what Christopher did to me," she said. "I used to self-harm to get rid of the feeling of his hands on my skin. I have lost my confidence and self-worth."
She concluded her statement with a powerful declaration of resilience, telling the court: "I want Christopher to remember one thing – he may have taken away my innocence, but he will never take away my future. I am no longer a victim. I’m a survivor."
Sentencing and Lifetime Monitoring
Proctor, of no fixed abode, was sentenced on January 7, 2026 to an additional three years and nine months in prison. The judge also imposed a series of stringent lifelong orders designed to protect the public upon his eventual release.
These include:
- Placement on the sex offenders register for life.
- A 15-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).
- A 10-year restraining order.
Detective Constable Ellen Buggins, the officer in the case, praised the survivor's courage. "The survivor in the case showed tenacity and patience throughout, despite the time taken for this to be heard in court," she said. "Travis (aka Proctor) is a dangerous individual whose offences were horrific. It is only right that the public are protected from him, and he will be kept a close eye on for life."
