'I've felt so broken' - Schoolgirl abused by Adam Johnson tells of her 'horrendous' year

The schoolgirl at the centre of Adam Johnson's child sex abuse trial has spoken of feeling "so broken" by the man she once considered her "hero."

The girl described being the subject of gossip, despite her anonymity being protected by law.

She said it was "surreal" when the 28-year-old footballer made contact with her and she described being "overwhelmed" by meeting her favourite player.

Durham Police issued a statement on her behalf: