Care home founder Stephen Hyland found guilty of rape

The founder of a children's care home has been found guilty of rape, indecent assault and cruelty charges.

Stephen Hyland, 54, of Aller Road, Langport could face prison after he was convicted of eight offences against two school-age girls.

Stephen Hyland pictured outside court during a previous hearing

Yesterday's verdicts followed a nine-day trial at Taunton Crown Court.

A jury failed to come to a decision on four further charges.

Business Cards From Only £10.95 Delivered www.myprint-247.co.uk

myprint-247

View details

Print voucher

Our heavyweight cards have FREE UV silk coating, FREE next day delivery & VAT included. Choose from 1000's of pre-designed templates or upload your own artwork. Orders dispatched within 24hrs.

Terms: Visit our site for more products: Business Cards, Compliment Slips, Letterheads, Leaflets, Postcards, Posters & much more. All items are free next day delivery. www.myprint-247.co.uk

Contact: 01858 468192

Valid until: Sunday, June 30 2013

Hyland had denied the charges, saying allegations against him were "ridiculous."

He will be sentenced at a later date and has been remanded in custody.