TWO children are said to be suffering nightmares after ill-treatment by a woman from Malvern.
Their father said the children had been “incredibly brave” throughout criminal proceedings against Lisa Clark.
The 42-year-old from Malvern pleaded guilty at Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court to two counts of assaulting or ill-treating a child to cause unnecessary suffering or injury, and one count of harassment.
They relate to incidents which took place between 2022 and 2024.
Sentenced
Kidderminster Magistrates’ Court (Image: Newsquest)
For the ill-treatment charges, Clark was handed 32 weeks in prison and for harassment, she was given 16 weeks in prison, to run concurrently.
The 32 weeks in prison have been suspended for 12 months. Under the Sentencing Act 2026, a presumption was introduced that offenders given less than 12 months in prison would have their sentence suspended.
Clark was also ordered to do 25 days of rehabilitation activity, 160 hours of unpaid work, as well as to pay £105 costs and an £187 victim surcharge.
A restraining order was put in place, preventing her from contacting the victims.
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‘Deeply painful’
The father, who we have chosen not to name in order to preserve the children’s legal right to anonymity, said his children had been traumatised but that they were relieved to now have closure.
“My children are my life, and my absolute priority is their safety and well-being,” he said.
“The children still suffer from ongoing trauma and nightmares, and the impact of what happened is something we deal with every day.
“Despite these struggles, they have been incredibly brave.
“This court outcome brings a vital sense of closure, and our focus is now entirely on the future.
“We are moving forward in a safe environment where they can get the support they need to heal and thrive.
“I want to thank the police and children’s services for their amazing, decisive, and no-nonsense approach to safeguarding all of us.
“To anyone else facing a similar ordeal, please know that help is out there to end the abuse and protect your family.”
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Where to get help
Children facing abuse can call Childline’s free helpline on 0800 1111, or email or message them via their website.
The NSPCC can also be contacted by calling 0808 800 5000, or by emailing via their website.
If you are in immediate danger, always dial 999.
