Survivor Valerie McFall wants her uncle to die in prison

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Herbie Balmer, 61, was sentenced to six-and-a-half years in prison for sexually abusing his niece, Valerie McFall, starting when she was five. He will serve an additional year on license and face a Sexual Offences Prevention Order for five years. Valerie, now 46, waived her anonymity to expose Balmer's crimes, which occurred over 40 years ago. She reported him to the police five years ago after a family tragedy, leading to his conviction on 14 charges. Balmer, who has cancer, denied the allegations and has appealed his conviction. Valerie expressed hope he dies in prison, stating his actions have profoundly affected her life. She encourages other survivors to come forward.


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