Victim of John Earle’s abuse speaks out

Two and a half years ago, a pensioner walked into a police station and handed in a piece of paper. It revealed a horrific secret he’d kept hidden for most of his life – a litany of sexual abuse he’d suffered at a private school in Devon in the 1950s and 60s. His abuser went on to have a successful career as a children’s TV presenter and author. But now – the truth has finally emerged.

If you’ve been affected by any of the issues raised in this report, you can find information about support organisations at channel4.com/support.