Rotherham grooming gang jailed for total of 106 years

Seven men jailed for a total of 106 years for string of child sex abuse offences in Rotherham .

They plied girls as young as 11 with drugs and alcohol before raping them.

The men were all convicted in June after a nine-week trial at Sheffield Crown Court .

Victims were aged between 11 and 16 at the time of the offences.

They were groomed and often plied with alcohol or cannabis before being raped or assaulted.

At times they were collected by their abusers from the children's homes where they lived.

The offences took place in the early 2000s and took place at locations around the city.

This has been a complex and challenging case, and it is because of their courage and fortitude that we have been able to bring these offenders to justice. 'I hope these convictions send a clear message that the CPS , working closely alongside law enforcement, will relentlessly pursue justice and prosecute those who sexually exploit children, whenever that abuse took place. 'All children have the right to feel safe and protected. I encourage anyone who has been in a similar position to come forward to report these incidents to the police. It is never too late to seek justice - you are not alone and there is help available.'.