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01 Mar 2010 Ragdale Hall therapist to be jailed for six years BYSarah Todd
A spa therapist at Ragdale Hall in Leicestershire, UK, is to be jailed for six years after last month being convicted by a jury of four counts of sexual assault over a 14-month period.
Sentenced at Northampton Crown Court, Batini Mpofu was told by Judge Charles Wide QC that he had abused the trust of his clients. Mpofu was also given a Sexual Offences Prevention Order, banning him from offering his services as a therapist of masseur.
Chair of Ragdale Hall, Michael Isaacs, said: "Batini Mpofu abused the trust placed in him by guests and colleagues alike. We extend our sincerest sympathy to those affected and deeply regret this abuse of trust.
"Mpofu's conduct was both shocking and unprecedented. Over our 36 year history, our therapists have undertaken over 4 million treatments. We wish to assure everyone that Ragdale Hall's management and staff continue to strive hard to maintain the highest of industry standards." Details: ragdalehall.co.uk
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