The victim’s impact statement revealed how the abuse affected her perception of men, stating, 'It really messed me up. It has affected the way I see older men and I feel uncomfortable around men now. I don't think I'll be able to fix that part of my life.'
Judge Ian Darling emphasized the manipulative nature of Akpan, calling him a predator and explaining that he 'subjected the victim to all manner of touchings'. He pointed out her hesitance to speak out, stating, 'One of the reasons she said she didn't tell anyone was that she didn't think they would believe her.'
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