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A ‘dangerous predator’ has been jailed for more than 10 years for the rape of a teenage girl and for engaging in sexual activity with other teenage girls.

Pascal Bitton, 35, of Weston-super-Mare, was sentenced at North Somerset Court on Thursday 11 June.

He was found guilty of rape, sexual assault, inciting a girl to engage in sexual activity, engage in non-penetrative sexual activity with a girl, two counts of offering to supply a class A drug, being concerned in the supply of cannabis, and possession of an offensive weapon, following a trial at the same court on Wednesday 18 March.

He was sentenced to imprisonment for 10 years and six months and issued with an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).

Bitton approached each girl while they were alone and obtained their contact details. He then provided them with lifts in his vehicle and while doing so, offered and supplied them with quantities of alcohol and/or drugs. Once the girls were isolated and under the influence, Bitton sexually abused them.

Bitton was found guilty of his offending on Child Exploitation Awareness Day, and the sentencing is the result of a child sexual exploitation investigation which spanned several years. We maintained contact with the victims throughout the investigation, offering them access to any support services they may benefit from.

One of the girls involved wrote to Avon and Somerset Police following the trial and said:

“You were so helpful and just generally amazing and now I never have to worry about him again thanks to their work. Communication and explanation of what was going on were exactly how I asked them for and they could not have been any better. I felt heard throughout the whole process and any decision I made was respected. I am eternally grateful.”

DS Olly Stokes, a member of Avon and Somerset Police’s Child Sexual Exploitation Team (Topaz), said: 

“This result has helped to disrupt a dangerous predator and ensured that children are safeguarded from further harm.

“I would like to recognise the bravery shown by the girls involved for supporting an investigation into Bitton’s offending, which has been vital in ensuring someone who poses a serious risk to girls is taken off our streets.

“We want to remind any victim of a sexual offence that they will be heard, believed and supported, and a thorough investigation will be carried out, no matter how long ago the offending took place.”

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A 34-year-old man from Southampton has been jailed for six years and two months for child sex offences.

John Joseph Sullivan, of Wharncliffe Road, Southampton, was sentenced at Southampton Crown Court on Wednesday (17 June).

He had previously pleaded guilty to 31 counts of sexual assault of a child aged under 13 years, taking, making and distributing indecent images of a child, voyeurism and possession of extreme pornography. The incidents occurred in 2023.

Sullivan was first arrested in January this year. Following an examination of his electronic devices, he was subsequently charged and remanded in custody.

As well as the time he will now spend behind bars, he was also handed an extended licence period of three years and ten months, which he will serve upon his release from prison.

Sullivan was also made subject to a 20-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and will remain on the Sex Offenders’ Register indefinitely.

Speaking after sentencing, DC Aimee Scott-Molloy, of the Internet Child Abuse Team, said:

“I’m pleased that justice has been served for the young victim and their family, and that Sullivan is behind bars, where he belongs.

“He is now locked up and no longer able to harm any other young person, ensuring children and the wider community are safer as a result.

“Sullivan stole the innocence of this child, but I would like to place on record my praise and admiration for the child and their family.

“They have shown incredible strength, courage and determination throughout this investigation.

“While I know this outcome won’t rid the victim and their family of the memories of what Sullivan did, I truly hope it allows them to move forward, safe in the knowledge that he is now locked up.”

Directly addressing other victims of sex offences, DC Scott-Molloy, said: “I really hope this sentence will reassure victims and their families that they will be listened to when reporting similar incidents to us.

“We encourage other victims to come forward and speak to us. We take allegations of this nature extremely seriously and work hard to bring offenders to justice.

“This case should also be a very clear message to other offenders out there that we will always work tirelessly to ensure you are brought to justice.”

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A rapist has been jailed for 16 years following an investigation by our City of Manchester CID.

Bilal Alfroh, (2/12/91), of Gorton, had been found guilty of several counts of rape and actual bodily harm.

He also admitted an additional count of actual bodily harm and was jailed at Minshull Crown Court on 19 June 2026.

He will serve at least two-thirds of his sentence and has a lifetime restraining order against his victim.

His female victim prepared a statement for court, in which she said:

“I would like to thank everyone who was with me, supported me and made me feel that I was never alone.

“Even those I may have only seen once but who made me feel safe at that moment, thanks for everything.

''I hope that one day I can forget all this and start living again. Thank you for taking the time to listen to what I had to say.''

Alfroh carried out a sustained campaign of physical and sexual violence against his victim, including throwing a gym weight and pouring hot tea over her.

Detective Constable Adam Gawecki said:

“The victim has shown immense bravery in reporting these horrific crimes so Alfroh could be brought to justice.

“In her statement, she detailed the impact this horrific series of incidents has had on her - how it has impacted on her ability to socialize, and how it affects her sleep and depression.

“The victim detailed how the defendant would become aggressive towards her and raped her multiple times.”

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A man who raped a teenager in St Austell has been jailed for four years and two months.

Jordan Roberts, 25, of Beacon Hill, Bodmin, was found guilty of the rape and sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl at Truro Crown Court and was sentenced to four years and two months in prison today, Friday 19 June.

Roberts was also given a 15-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and ordered to sign the National Sex Offender Register for life. A 10-year restraining order was also imposed.

Following a trial at Truro Crown Court, that concluded on Thursday 14 May, Roberts was found guilty of rape and sexual activity against the victim.

Detective Constable Lauren Manning said:

“I would like to pay tribute to the bravery of the victim who was only 14 at the time of the offences.

“She has remained engaged with the police throughout the entire process, which has taken several years, and has given evidence in court.

“Despite the length of time from reporting it, to the matter coming to court, it has been dealt with appropriately today.

“I truly hope this result encourages others to report sexual abuse to us so it can be investigated and they can be assured that they will be listened to and believed.

“And it is important to remember that survivors of sexual offences are protected by law and have life-long anonymity.”

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A jail sentence has been imposed on a prolific child sex offender following the discovery of thousands of child abuse images across multiple devices.

Investigation

In 2025, Andrew Sharp uploaded an indecent image of a child to the internet. This illegal internet usage was flagged to detectives at Kent Police who launched a full investigation.

A warrant was obtained for Sharp’s property in Station Road, Lydd, Romney Marsh, and officers attended in June 2025 to seize his internet enabled devices. Sharp wasn’t in the country at the time officers conducted the warrant but was notified of the seizure of his digital assets. A laptop was analysed, and digital forensics experts discovered the presence of child sexual abuse material.

When he re-entered the country, Sharp sent a message to a contact in his phone where he confessed to possession of indecent images and revealed that he had also taken indecent images of a young girl.

Discovery

The 69 year old was arrested upon his return on June 21, 2025, and was interviewed in custody. He admitted to the possession of the indecent images found on his laptop, alongside revealing that he had sexually assaulted a young girl across four years.

He was charged with sexual assault and two other indecent image related offences. Sharp was then remanded in custody.

Enquiries progressed in the investigation, and whilst he was on remand, further laptops attributed to Sharp were discovered. Across his devices, detectives found thousands of child abuse images, as well as hundreds of images of his young victim, which gave detectives reason to believe she had been raped.

Following a detailed forensic review of the seized laptops, detectives located 17,382 indecent images of children.

Charges

Sharp was further arrested in November 2025. He pled guilty to 12 additional charges including rape and continued to be remanded in custody whilst he awaited sentencing.

On Friday 19 June 2026, Sharp, was sentenced to 13 years and 6 months in prison at Canterbury Crown Court. Additionally, the court granted a restraining order against his victim for 20 years, alongside a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for the same amount of time.

Detective Constable Andrew Hunter said:

‘At no stage during the investigation did Sharp show any remorse for the sustained campaign of abuse he inflicted on his victim or for possessing such terrible images. I am pleased to see him behind bars where he can cause no further harm to our community, or to his victim.

‘I want to thank the victim and her family for their continued cooperation and for the resilience they have shown throughout this complex and upsetting investigation.’

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A man who raped a woman in Bristol city centre has been jailed for six years. 

Nitesh Nitesh was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court on Thursday 18 June after pleading guilty to being one of the people involved. 

The court heard the attack left the woman feeling ‘suicidal’. 

In a statement prepared for the court, she said: “Although, I am starting to do very well, I do not want to think about it as it sends me back to that place. 

“What kept me engaged with the investigation is also the thought that this could’ve happened to someone else, someone more vulnerable, or a young teenage girl.” 

The woman, who is in her thirties, was raped at about 3.10am on Sunday 29 March in the Assembly Rooms Lane area of Bristol.  

Passers-by helped the woman shortly afterwards, as those responsible left the scene. Police were called at 3.18am and the first officers arrived about seven minutes later. 

Nitesh, formerly of Redfield, was identified as being involved following a public appeal and was arrested on Thursday 2 April and subsequently charged. 

The 20-year-old, who is Indian and his self-defined ethnicity is ‘Asian Indian’, was sentenced to six years in prison.  

‘Victim’s courageous stance is inspiring’ 

 DI Simon Da Costa said:

“Nitesh is a dangerous sexual predator and the streets of Bristol are safer with him in prison for many years to come. 

“This crime has impacted the victim physically, emotionally and mentally in a way that is impossible to adequately explain. 

“She has been motivated to protect others by supporting our investigation and her courageous stance is inspiring. I hope in time she feels immense pride at how she’s played a key role in securing this sentence.” 

DI Da Costa added:

“Although we released details of this crime at the time, we know people will continue to be shocked and concerned by what happened. 

“When such crimes happen they will always be taken seriously and today’s sentencing outcome highlights that. Victims of sexual offences will be believed and we will help them access any support services they may need. 

“Night-time policing operations are regularly conducted in Bristol, using both uniformed officers and colleagues in plain clothes through Project Vigilant, as they will be this weekend. This work, alongside other agencies, helps to make Bristol a safe city.” 

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A dangerous rapist has been jailed after luring a vulnerable woman to a secluded area and assaulting her.

Joseph Healey raped his vulnerable 18-year-old victim after leading her to a footpath in Nottingham on the evening of Friday 20 June 2025.

Officers had rushed to the scene near Canal Street after friends of the victim received a series of alarming Snapchat messages from her.

The victim had told them she was on her own with a man she didn’t know, and this prompted a call to the Police.

Aided by her location data, officers soon found the victim in a distressed state

Healey, now aged 44, was spotted a short distance away and arrested.

CCTV footage showed him leading the victim towards a secluded area at the rear of Nottingham One alongside the canal.

After his arrest, Healey, who was homeless and sleeping by the canal at the time, claimed to have had consensual sex with the woman.

At the first day of his trial on 8 December 2025, he changed his story and pleaded guilty to one count of rape.

Healey, who has previous convictions for offences including burglary and robbery, was on licence at the time of the offence having been released from prison the day before.

He later admitted to giving his victim two tablets used to treat anxiety, although it was accepted that he had not done so with a sexual motive.

Appearing back at Nottingham Crown Court today (19 June 2026, Healey, formerly of Canal Street, was given an extended sentence of 12 years and one month.

Judge Mark Watson ruled that Healey was a dangerous offender and must therefore serve at least two thirds of his sentence before he is eligible for parole – at which point he will be faced with an extended license period.

Detective Constable Melissa Starmer, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:

“Healey is a dangerous and opportunistic offender who subjected a vulnerable young woman to a truly harrowing ordeal.

“Thanks to the third party report we received, we were able to get officers to the scene very quickly and detain this man before he had the chance to flee.

“He has been remanded in custody ever since and will now spend an extended period behind bars where he will not pose a risk to the women of Nottinghamshire.

“As this case draws to a close I would like to commend the victim in this case for her bravery during this investigation, her friends for alerting us to an ongoing incident, and to the officers who responded and showed such compassion in the way they dealt with a very vulnerable victim.”

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A judge has praised the Metropolitan Police Service following a challenging and complex investigation conducted by detectives to bring a dangerous predator to justice.

He has been jailed for 16 years after a Met investigation uncovered his extensive offending, in which he targeted and sexually assaulted young men.

Waleed Saeed, 31 (14.06.1995), of Azalea Close, Ilford, appeared at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Friday, 19 June where he was sentenced for 17 offences, including rape, blackmail and making indecent images of children.

Detective Constable Peter Collington, who led the Met’s investigation, said:

“The pattern of offending we have uncovered is deeply disturbing and shows a level of deliberate manipulation and cruelty that has caused immense harm to innocent men, with two of them being just 15 and 17 at the time.

“We know Saeed began offending in 2018, deliberately targeting young men from south Asian and Muslim backgrounds on the impression that these victim-survivors would be less likely to contact police. As part of our investigation, we’ve wrapped dedicated support around those who have already come forward.

“Following his sentence, I am making a direct appeal to other victim-survivors who may not have had the confidence to come forward, to please contact us.

“We want to be absolutely clear that no one should ever have their sexuality exploited or weaponised against them in this way. You will be treated with compassion, sensitivity and absolute confidentiality. What has been done to you is wrong, and we will do everything in our power to support you.”

Initial arrest

The Met’s investigation began in August 2024 following reports of a rape in a London park. The victim reported that they had exchanged sexual images with someone he believed to be a transgender woman. Shortly afterwards, he received threatening messages from another account run by Saeed, revealing his true identity as a man. He demanded payment, otherwise the images would be released.

When the victim said he could not pay, Saeed demanded that they met in person in order for the images not to be released. Over the following weeks, Saeed coerced the victim into attending three separate meetings in a London park late at night where he sexually assaulted and raped the victim. He would also conceal his identity by wearing a face covering each time.

Following this report, officers swiftly launched extensive digital enquiries to identify the suspect. They secured key data from social media accounts used by the suspect to contact the victim, and after months of detailed forensic investigation, were able to trace these accounts back to Saeed.

In November 2024, Saeed was arrested and two mobile phones were seized. A forensic examination of these not only found the social media accounts used to target the victim, but also uncovered further intimate images linked to additional, unidentified victims - some of whom were believed to be children.

Saeed was subsequently charged with eight counts of rape, blackmail and threatening to share a photograph or film of a person in an intimate state on 19 November 2024. He was remanded into custody immediately.

Further investigations

Upon identifying the potential for further victims, detectives undertook extensive cross-checks of non-recent cases - where no suspect had been identified and all viable lines of enquiry exhausted - against usernames and digital identifiers linked to Saeed.

This work uncovered a series of reports dating back as far as 2018, from both within London and other areas of the UK, revealing a sinister pattern of offending. Saeed posed as a young woman or transgender woman through fake personas and requested intimate images.

He would subsequently reveal his identity and use images of the victims to exploit them for money, often threatening exposure to their families, communities, universities, workplaces and friendship groups.

This work resulted in Saeed being charged with a further nine counts related to four additional victims on 25 March 2025.

During sentencing, the judge commended the Metropolitan Police investigation, praising the meticulous work led by DC Peter Collington, which involved complex analysis of digital evidence alongside thoughtful support for the victims.

Appeal

Following his conviction and sentencing, detectives believe there could be further victim-survivors who are yet to come forward and receive support.

Investigative work showed Saeed would use multiple usernames and profiles using the platform Snapchat, with names including variations of “blsup” (such as blsup1, blsup2021) and “ComeDeal” (such as comedeal, comedealillstop). He has also used false profiles posing as transgender women or women with names such as “Trans Girl Leah” or “amzyyyy09.”

Anyone who recognises these usernames, or believes they may have been in contact with Saeed, is encouraged to come forward.

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Nuneaton Man Jailed for 10 Years for Rape and Sexual Offences

Simon Cruikshank, 53, of Charlecote Walk, Nuneaton, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for rape and serious sexual offences.

He was convicted at Warwick Crown Court on Tuesday 16 June following a trial relating to an incident at a property in Nuneaton in 2023.

Cruikshank was found guilty of raping a woman aged 16 or over and three counts of assault by penetration of a female aged 13 or over. He received a concurrent three-year sentence for causing a female aged 13 or over to engage in non-penetrative sexual activity.

He was ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register, given a restraining order and told to pay a victim surcharge.

A Warwickshire Police spokesperson said:

“Anyone who has been the victim of a rape or a sexual offence is encouraged to report the incident to police, where specially trained officers will help victims with care and sensitivity, and will work to get the right result for them with their wishes in mind.”

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A rapist who was swiftly hunted down after attacking a victim in Huddersfield, has been sentenced to more than 20 years

Ismail Hussain, aged 28, of no fixed address in Huddersfield, was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court today (Thursday 18 June ) after being found guilty of two offences of rape in Huddersfield town centre last year.  

He was jailed for 15 years with an extended licence period of eight years making for a 23 year total sentence.

Safeguarding detectives have praised the courage of the victim in both reporting the offending and supporting the prosecution.  

Officers attended in the New Street area on 2 August 2025 after the victim, a man in his 20s, reported being approached and then seriously sexually assaulted by an unknown man in an alleyway near there.    

The offending had taken place between 5am and  5.30am that morning.  

Fast paced enquiries, including examination of CCTV, led to Hussain being identified within hours of the report, and then located and arrested in the early hours of 3 August.

He was detained in police custody and charged to appear before court on August 6.  

Hussain was found guilty of two counts of rape following a trial in February.  

Detective Inspector Jenny Haigh of Kirklees Police, said:

“We welcome the sentencing of Hussain at court for what was dreadful and predatory sexual offending.  

“He targeted his victim by approaching him and then subjecting him to the very serious offences he has now been convicted of carrying out.

“I want to praise the huge courage of the victim in both reporting this appalling offence and then supporting a prosecution through the courts.  

“We fully appreciate just how difficult it can be to disclose being a victim of sexual offending but can promise we do all we can to support victims who come forwards  

“All reports are investigated by specially trained safeguarding detectives who can also signpost victims to any other support services they may need."

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Sex Offender Database: Tony Crozier Case Report

Tony Crozier, 27, of Chareway, Hexham, Northumberland, has been sentenced after attempting to engage in sexual communication with two children he believed were 13 and 12 years old. He was actually messaging undercover police decoys.

At Newcastle Crown Court, Crozier pleaded guilty to two counts of attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child. The offences took place in early 2025.

The court heard that Crozier told the decoy posing as a 13-year-old: “I guess you like older guys.” He then sent lewd messages, called her “sexy”, and asked for sexual images and for her to perform a sex act on him.

When messaging the decoy posing as a 12-year-old, he described the 20-year age gap as “weird” but continued the sexual communication. He sent a picture of his genitals and asked her to send an image of herself.

Recorder Mark Giuliani described the language Crozier used as “disgusting and despicable.”

In mitigation, Mr O’Brien told the court that Crozier had “the good sense to enter guilty pleas at the plea and trial preparation hearing” after initially denying the offences. He said Crozier had come to accept he was “to blame for this offending” and showed “good insight into the appalling nature of these kind of offences.” It was noted that Crozier had no previous convictions and had lost his good name in the community, where it had become “common knowledge” that he had a sexual interest in children. He was also unable to return to work.

Recorder Giuliani sentenced Crozier to 11 months’ imprisonment suspended for 18 months. He must complete 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and attend 26 days of group work.

Addressing Crozier, the Recorder said: “Essentially you engaged in highly sexualised communication with two individuals who you thought were young children.” He noted there was a realistic prospect of rehabilitation in the community.

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A rapist who ignored a woman’s pleas for him to stop has been convicted and jailed for six years.

Lindsey Smith, 31, of Coolidge Gardens, Cottenham, would regularly pressurise the woman for sex, but on two occasions between 14 and 17 December 2024 he ignored her pleas to stop and raped her.

Smith was arrested on 4 February 2025 after the victim came forward to police.

He denied the allegations but was found guilty of two counts of rape, sending indecent communication and escaping from lawful custody following a trial at Peterborough Crown Court.

On Friday (12 June) he was sentenced to six years in prison at Huntingdon Law Court.

In her personal statement the victim said: “The trauma does not end with the conviction; I live with the consequences every day”.

DC Lloyd Davies said:

“Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the incredible courage of the victim for coming forward. It is thanks to her bravery Smith’s predatory behaviour has been exposed.

“I would encourage anyone who thinks they might’ve been a victim of a sexual offence to contact us. We take all reports very seriously and have a dedicated team of specially trained officers ready to investigate allegations promptly, fully and professionally, and a network of partner agencies and support services to offer assistance and support.”

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A man who attempted to rape and sexually assault a woman in a place she was supposed to feel safe has been given a custodial sentence, handed a seven-year restraining order, and will be on the Sex Offenders Register for life.

Qudus Ajeyemi, 27-years-old, of May Street in Hull, who identifies himself as Nigerian, was found guilty of attempted rape and sexual assault following a week-long trial that concluded at Hull Crown Court on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.

He was remanded into custody to await sentencing which took place yesterday (Monday, 15 June 2026), where he was given five years and six months behind bars before being deported upon conclusion of his sentence.

In March 2023, officers received an online report from a woman reporting she had been on a night out a few weeks earlier, and once returning to a property on Tavistock Street in Hull, she was escorted to a room by a man she identified as “Spartan”, whom she had only met briefly once before and did not know his full name.

She disclosed how she thought he was just assisting her by taking her to a friend’s room to rest, thinking he would leave. However, instead, he took advantage of her by touching her, and whilst his advances were rebuffed he proceeded to force himself upon her and attempted to rape her.

She reported that the following day he called the victim to apologise for what he had done, and the victim had recorded this conversation, which was key evidence at the trial.

Detectives from our Protecting Vulnerable People Unit were assigned to investigate the incident, identifying “Spartan” as Qudus Ajeyemi. 

Ajeyemi was subsequently arrested on suspicion of attempted rape and was interviewed where he denied attempting to rape the victim, despite the recording of his admission being played to him.

Detective Sergeant Ethan Anderson, leading the investigation from our Protecting Vulnerable People Unit added:

“I want to start by commending the woman who came forward and reported what had happened to her; reporting this type of crime is never easy and she has displayed nothing but immense bravery and strength throughout the complex and lengthy process; from reporting the incident through to his sentencing.

“Ajeyemi preyed on the woman, taking advantage of her and attempted to rape her in a space she ought to have been safe in, around friends.

“The trauma and emotional damage he caused will undoubtably stay with her for the rest of her life. The impact of this ordeal was only magnified by Ajeyemi’s refusal to admit what he had done, delaying the outcome for the victim and forcing her to endure a gruelling six-day trial.

“We take all reports of rape and sexual offences extremely seriously and continue to work relentlessly to take offenders like Ajeyemi off our streets.

“Specialist trained officers work closely with partner agencies across our force area to support victims and survivors, alongside aiding in preventing further incidents by putting perpetrators before the courts.

“It does not matter if it happened yesterday, a few weeks ago, or even years ago, our advice to any victim of any sexual offence is to speak to us when you are ready. Whether you tell a trusted adult or a friend, it is important that you tell someone. We will always do everything we can to hold those accountable for such vile crimes.

“Anyone who suspects crimes of this nature are taking place, please report it to us via our non-emergency number 101. Always call 999 in an emergency.”

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A man has been jailed for 13 years for sexually assaulting two children.   

Lee Lomas, 47, (pictured) raped one of the girls and incited sexual activity with the other.

Both of his victims were under the age of 13 when Lomas preyed on them.

He was arrested in Blackpool in May 2025 after the victims had disclosed to their parents what had happened.

Lomas, of no fixed address, appeared for sentence at Preston Crown Court last Friday after pleading guilty at an earlier hearing to rape of a child under the age of 13, inciting sexual activity with a child under 13, and possession of indecent images of children.

He was jailed for a total of 13 years, made subject of a 20-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and was put on the sex offenders register for life.

Det Con Jon Porter of West Division CID, said:

“Lee Lomas committed abhorrent offences against two young victims and will now serve a lengthy sentence of imprisonment.

“The children were very brave in telling their parents what had happened and the offences were reported to us.

“If you have been a victim of sexual assaults or know someone who has been, please report it to Lancashire Police.

“We will support you and investigate thoroughly in order to bring offenders to justice.”

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A 25-year-old Northampton man has been jailed for seven years after he was found guilty of raping a woman.

The incident happened on June 28, 2025, when Liam Patrick Kieran Blanchfield raped a woman inside an Ipswich hotel.

During the incident, he verbally abused her and continued the assault despite being told numerous times to stop.

Blanchfield, previously of Barrack Road, Northampton, was arrested a short time later and subsequently charged with one count of rape and two counts of assault.

At Northampton Crown Court on February 24, he was found guilty of the offences by a jury.

He returned to the same court this week (June 15) where he was sentenced to seven years in prison.

He was also given an indefinite restraining order against the survivor.

Following the conclusion of the case, the survivor detailed how she feels she can now live in peace for the next few years.

Lead investigator - PC Kimberly Streuli said: “I would like to commend the survivor in this case for her remarkable bravery in coming forward and supporting this investigation. The strength she has shown has been instrumental in securing this conviction and ensuring a dangerous offender is held accountable for his actions.

“Northamptonshire Police take all reports of sexual offences extremely seriously.

“Tackling violence against women and girls remains a key priority for the Force, and we are committed to supporting victims and pursuing offenders relentlessly. I hope this outcome reassures others that they will be listened to, supported, and believed when they come forward.”