LISBON, Ohio-Brian David McCune, 42, of East Liverpool, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for sexually assaulting a child over a period from 2014 to 2015, starting when she was 8 years old. McCune pleaded guilty to charges including gross sexual imposition and rape. County Assistant Prosecutor Steve Yacovone emphasized the profound impact on the victim, describing how she disclosed the abuse at age 16 after enduring years of trauma. McCune, designated as a Tier III sex offender, must register upon release and undergo community notification. The victim’s family highlighted her ongoing emotional struggles, including PTSD and trust issues.
