Philip Hamer, a former ice hockey athlete, was convicted of 33 sexual crimes against eight victims from 2010 to 2023. His predatory behavior involved grooming young girls using social media, where he manipulated and controlled them, leading to the abuse of minors, some as young as 11. Hamer sent unsolicited sexual images and incited victims to share explicit content. Following his sentencing of 28 years, the emotional impact on survivors was profound, with many still undergoing therapy for trauma, illustrating the long-lasting effects of his actions.
These were no relationships you manipulated and groomed these young girls, inexperienced and impressionable as they were, in a way that was controlling and coercive.
Much of Hamer's offending followed a similar theme - he was sexually attracted to girls in their early to mid-teens, his car was often used to take his victims to isolated places.
Victim impact statements detailed the trauma of the lost innocence of youngsters he abused, some still having therapy or suffering issues with alcohol and self-harm.
I have never had a successful relationship because of my trauma. It's completely messed up my whole life.
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