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flag A 12-year-old girl in West Sussex survived years of extreme abuse by her family, leading to multiple convictions and over 97 years in prison combined.

flag A 12-year-old girl in West Sussex endured years of severe sexual and physical abuse by her father, grandfather, two brothers, and mother, starting at age six. flag She was repeatedly raped, beaten with a horse whip, burned with cigarettes, locked in a cupboard, and punished for speaking out. flag Her younger sister also suffered abuse. flag The girl confided in a teacher at age 12, prompting authorities to intervene. flag All five family members were convicted at Hove Crown Court of multiple charges, including rape and false imprisonment, and sentenced to over 97 years in prison combined. flag The case highlights systemic failure of familial protection and the importance of trusted adults in identifying abuse.

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