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A 70-year-old man who attempted to engage in sexual activity with whom he thought was a 12-year-old boy, has been sentenced to eight years behind bars following his appearance at court last Thursday (8 October 2026).

Robin Holmes, of Patrick Street in Grimsby, pleaded guilty to engaging in sexual communications with a child, causing a child to watch a sexual act, possession of indecent images of children, and three counts of breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).

In April 2026, detectives from our Police Online Investigation Team (POLIT) received a referral from colleagues in the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Organised Crime Unit stating that communication had commenced between Holmes and who he believed to be a 12-year-old boy, but in fact was a decoy.

Holmes was sending sexual messages to the decoy profile through Snapchat, sending them an indecent image and asking them to send him images in return. This comes after he was released from prison in December 2025 following a recall after breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order that was already in place for previous sexual offences.

He was subsequently arrested at his home address where he resides alone. Several mobile phones were seized from the property, including the device used to engage with the decoy, to be forensically examined.

Detective Constable Amy Gee, leading the investigation from POLIT said:

“Holmes is a sickening individual, and I’m pleased he is now behind bars where he is unable to continue his attempts to target vulnerable people.

“At no point during his questioning did he display any remorse or deny the offences that were put to him in breach of his SHPO.

“Whilst this investigation involved a decoy child, I hope the sentence sends a clear message to anyone attempting to commit these types of offences, that it is never acceptable to prey on the vulnerable and we will bring you to justice for your crimes.

“I would urge anyone who has information or concerns about this kind of offending to report it by calling 101. We will always listen and support in any way we can.”

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Brighouse man jailed after repeated breaches of Sexual Harm Prevention Order at GP surgery

A 40-year-old man has been jailed after repeatedly breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order that barred him from attending GP surgeries without a chaperone.

Christopher Williams, of St Martin’s View in Brighouse, received a five-year order to protect the public and healthcare staff. Within weeks of it being imposed he committed four breaches, resulting in a 32-week suspended sentence in March this year. Three months later he breached it again by visiting Rydings Hall surgery in Brighouse twice on the same day without a chaperone.

Prosecutor Sarah Tailor told Bradford Crown Court that during the visits Williams spoke loudly about needing treatment for a sexually transmitted disease. The practice manager contacted police.

Williams has previous convictions. He received a community order after sexually assaulting a woman and another person, and in 2025 was given a conditional caution for exposing himself to another woman.

He refused to appear via prison video link, so Judge Christopher Smith proceeded in his absence. Williams admitted the two June breaches and was sentenced to 10 months’ imprisonment for those offences, plus an additional 24 weeks activated from the suspended sentence.

Judge Smith said the 2025 conditional caution had done little to deter further sexual offending and described Williams’s previous convictions as “worrying”. A pre-sentence report indicated he presented a “high level of risk” to the public as well as himself.

“This is offending which is so serious that only immediate custody can be justified and it is the only way in which his risk can be managed,” the judge said. The existing Sexual Harm Prevention Order will continue until 2031.

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Muddasier Hussain, 39, Placed on Interim Sex Offenders Register After Admitting Two Sexual Assaults

Muddasier Hussain, 39, of Oldham, Lancashire, pleaded guilty at Edinburgh Sheriff Court to two sexual assaults and has been placed on the sex offenders register on an interim basis.

On 2 December 2024 at around 6:45am, Hussain boarded a number 3 Lothian bus travelling between Dalkeith, Midlothian, and Newington, Edinburgh. The bus was nearly empty. He sat next to a teenage girl who was alone downstairs, despite many vacant seats. Fiscal depute Bruce McCrossan told the court that Hussain began “shuffling in his seat,” moved closer, and ran his fingers up the inside of her inner thigh before leaving the bus. The girl contacted her mother, who reported the matter to police. Officers identified Hussain using CCTV from the bus.

On 5 April 2025 at around 6:50pm, outside a store in Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, Hussain approached a woman, engaged her in conversation, and asked for a date and her phone number. He then touched her on the breast and on her vagina over her clothing. She called her boyfriend, who arrived, recorded Hussain on his phone, and passed the footage to police.

Defence solicitor Victoria Good reserved mitigation until the sentencing hearing.

Sheriff Gillian Sharp said:

“Given to the nature of the charges I am required to call for a justice social work report and a restriction of liberty order assessment. You will be given a date for sentencing and it is essential you cooperate fully with the preparation of the report.”

The sheriff granted Hussain bail.

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A man has been jailed for seven years after sexually assaulting a woman in a pub in Malpas.

Gary Taylor, of Belvedere Road, Burnley, was previously found guilty of one count of assault by penetration on Thursday 16 July 2026.

The 41-year-old appeared back at Chester Crown Count on Thursday 15 October 2026 where he was sentenced to seven years. He must also comply with a restraining order for 10 years.

On the evening of Thursday 18 January 2024, the victim – a woman in her 20s – attended a bar in Old Hall Street, Malpas.

Taylor approached her and the victim described how he had been making sexual references towards her.

When she left the bar area to go up to the accommodation section of the premises, Taylor sexually assaulted her in a bathroom. The victim managed to pull away from him and left the room.

Taylor was arrested at his home address in Burnley two days later and subsequently charged with the offence.

DC Vicki Scott said:

“Taylor has now rightly been handed a significant custodial sentence after taking advantage of a young woman who should have been able to enjoy a night out without enduring such a horrific incident.

“I would again like to thank the victim for her bravery throughout this investigation and subsequent court process, especially after Taylor refused to accept what he had done, and the case went to trial.

“Thankfully the jury found him guilty of his crimes and he is now behind bars.

“If you have been a victim of a sexual offence, you can report information to Cheshire Police by calling 101 or visit our website to report online.”

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A man has been jailed for raping a girl near Congleton.

Joseph Alfasi appeared at Chester Crown Court on Tuesday 13 October where he was sentenced to eight years and six months in prison.

The 23-year-old of Ginkgo Grove, Somerford, had previously been found guilty of three counts of rape, and one count of assault by penetration.

He was found not guilty of one count of assault by penetration.

The court heard how Alfasi raped a girl at his home in March 2023.

During his interview, he denied any wrongdoing but was unable to account for the presence of his DNA on the victim and was subsequently charged with the offences.

Detective Constable Kris Aston said:

“Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the immense strength and courage the victim has shown throughout this case.

“Understandably, much of her life over recent years has been overshadowed by this lengthy and complex investigation. She then had to relive her trauma during the trial, and it is thanks to her bravery and determination that a dangerous predator, who poses a significant threat to women, has been held responsible for his horrific actions.

“I hope this result allows the victim to move forward with her life and provides her with some form of closure. I also hope her courage gives other victims the confidence to come forward and report any offences against them.

“Finally, I hope this custodial sentence gives Alfasi time to reflect on the devastating impact of his actions and the lasting harm he has caused.”

The victim in this case has given us permission to share a short extract from a letter that she wrote to DC Aston following the conclusion of the case.

"I am so grateful for your support and optimism. You have been a huge comfort to both me and my family.

“I know how rare it is to get an outcome as good as this and it means more to me than I can put into words. Thank you for answering all late texts and endless questions.

“Most of all, thank you for helping me speak my truth and feel seen."

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Taha Derwish appeared at Chester Crown Court on Monday 12 October where he was sentenced to 15 weeks in prison.

The 26-year-old of HMP Altcourse, had earlier pleaded guilty to sexual assault.

The court heard how on 24 September 2025, a group of teenage girls were walking on Nantwich Road when they were approached by Derwish.

He made several unwanted advances towards them, before inappropriately touching one of the girls on the bottom, despite being told that they were only 15 years old.

Cheshire Police were contacted, and Derwish was arrested within 10 minutes of the incident occurring.

Detective Sergeant George Booth said:

“Firstly, I would like to commend the girls involved in this incident, who were understandably left shaken and upset by Derwish’s actions.

“They trusted their instincts, recognised that his behaviour was completely unacceptable, and contacted police immediately.

“Their swift actions allowed officers to attend the scene and arrest Derwish within minutes of receiving the call.

“I hope this result reassures them that they did the right thing by coming forward and that reports of this nature are always taken seriously.

“Women and girls should be free to go about their daily lives without fearing for their safety.

"Let me be clear, this behaviour has no place in our communities, and anyone who causes others to fear violence or intimidation can expect to be dealt with swiftly and robustly."

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A 36-year-old man has been handed a 27-year extended sentence after being found guilty of a horrific campaign of sexual abuse against a child.

Jack Moore was reported to Northamptonshire Police on January 2, 2023, after a girl bravely disclosed the abuse that she had suffered at the hands of Moore over a two-year period.

Investigations by officers from the Force’s Child Abuse Investigation Unit saw the girl reveal that Moore had repeatedly raped her as well as engaged in sexual activity with her and forced her to watch pornography.

Moore went on to be charged with three counts of sexual activity with a child, two counts of rape a girl under 13, two counts of assault a girl under 13 by touching, one count of attempted rape, assault a girl under 13 by penetration and causing a child to watch/look an image of sexual activity.

He went to trial at Northampton Crown Court in early May this year before the jury returned guilty verdicts on all 10 counts on May 11.

Moore, formerly of Johnswell Way in Moulton, returned to the same court on Friday, October 9, where he was handed an extended sentence.

Used for offenders convicted of specific offences who are deemed to be extremely dangerous, Moore’s extended sentence consists of 22 years’ imprisonment with an extension period of five years on licence.

In addition, Moore was placed on the Sex Offenders’ Register for life and handed an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order designed to prevent him from reoffending once released. He was also ordered to pay a £181 victim surcharge.

Following the hearing, lead investigator Detective Constable Nicky Webb, of the Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said:

“Jack Moore targeted this girl for his own selfish, sexual gratification and I am pleased that he now must face the consequences of his predatory behaviour.

“Nothing will ever make the girl forget what Moore did to her, however for someone so young, she should be proud of the incredible bravery she has shown.

“This has been a lengthy and challenging investigation, but I hope she knows that because of her resilience and courage, Moore cannot do this to anyone else, and she has helped put a dangerous sexual predator behind bars.

“I also hope this case shows how seriously we investigate crimes of this nature. Our team will always strive to secure justice for anyone who finds the courage to come forward to us – please know that we will listen to you, believe you and support you every step of the way.”

Detective Inspector Julie Allington of the Child Abuse Investigation Unit added:

“This has been a challenging and complex investigation spanning several years, requiring significant persistence, professionalism, and dedication throughout.

“This has been very much a team effort involving various departments across the Force led by DC Nicky Webb and Police Staff Investigator Lucy Fraser-Allen, who both demonstrated outstanding resilience, commitment and determination in seeing the case through to its conclusion to achieve the best possible outcome for the girl.”

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Carmichael John Williamson (known as John Williamson), 32, of Burra, Shetland, a serving Police Scotland constable, was found guilty of three counts of rape and one count of sexual activity with an underage girl.

A jury at the High Court in Edinburgh convicted him on 15 October 2026 of offences committed in Shetland between 2014 and 2022. He had denied all charges. Five of the original nine charges were dropped by the Crown before closing speeches.

Williamson was convicted of engaging in sexual activity with a girl under 16 on various occasions between April and September 2014, after she contacted him on Snapchat. He was also convicted of raping her on one occasion between April 2014 and October 2015. In evidence, he claimed he only recalled having sex with her the day after her 16th birthday and denied any sexual activity when she was 15.

He was further convicted of raping an adult woman in August 2020 and again in April 2022 (on two occasions the same evening: outside a community hall during a wedding function he attended, and later at a house). The woman told the court she was intoxicated, incapable of consenting, and did not feel “truly in control of her actions.” She also said Williamson “slapped” her during the later incident.

Judge John Morris KC described the trial as “anxious and distressing.” After the verdict, Williamson was remanded in custody. He cried in the dock, was handcuffed, and said “I love you” to his partner as he was led away. He has been placed on the sex offenders’ register. Sentencing is scheduled for 8 December 2026, pending reports.

Williamson had been a police constable for more than 10 years (previously a special constable) and was suspended by Police Scotland on 10 January 2024 after the allegations were reported. The earliest offences occurred while he was a special constable; later ones while he was a serving officer.

Detective Superintendent Stevie Bertram of Police Scotland’s Public Protection Unit said:

“Williamson will now face the consequences of his actions and today’s outcome should highlight our determination to relentlessly pursue the perpetrators in these investigations.”

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Detectives have praised the courage of victims in helping lock up a teenage rapist.

Lucan Wright was aged 17 when he raped a girl and a woman during separate incidents.

Both were assaulted in Nottinghamshire by Wright, now aged 20, back in 2023.

They weren't isolated offences, with Wright raping the woman and teenage girl multiple times.

His serious sexual offending was accompanied by threats of violence and controlling and coercive behaviour against both victims.

Having committed those offences as a teenager, he then subjected a third victim to a prolonged violent ordeal, between last December and January this year.

The teenage girl was strangled, physically assaulted multiple times, threatened, and imprisoned in a Worksop property against her will for nearly a month by Wright.

His catalogue of criminality was eventually discovered when his three victims each made the brave decision to come forward and tell police what he'd done.

He would go on to be charged with multiple counts of rape, engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour, strangulation, false imprisonment and making threats to kill.

Wright, of Northumbria Close, Worksop, was also charged with multiple counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and assault by beating.

While he admitted to those charges, he denied the rest, which prompted the need for a trial at Nottingham Crown Court that concluded in July of this year.

That's when a jury convicted him of each of the other offences, with a sentencing date then set for this Tuesday (13 October) before the same court.

Appearing before the court via video link, Wright was ruled a dangerous offender by Judge Michael Auty, who handed him an extended 15-year custodial sentence.

He was sentenced to 12 years in custody – of which he must serve at least half before he is considered for release – and will then spend a further three years on licence.

Wright will have to sign the sex offenders' register for the rest of his life, while he was also made the subject of a restraining order.

This will last until further order and bans him from contacting any of his three victims in any way.

Detective Constable Chloe Buckley, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:

"As the judge rightly summarised, Lucan Wright is a dangerous individual who poses a real threat to women and teenage girls.

"It is hard to comprehend the harrowing experience each of these three victims were put through at the hands of Wright.

"He was responsible for raping two of them on more than one occasion and for subjecting the other to a horrible ordeal of prolonged violence.

"These are horrendous crimes that can devastate people's lives, so it is to their absolute credit that they found the strength to come forward.

"The bravery they showed played a critical role in ensuring the truth about Wright was revealed and he received this deserved custodial sentence.

"Putting a stop to all incidents of violence against women and girls remains a key priority for this police force.

"We hope this sentence encourages more victims to have the confidence to report offenders, so we can put them before the courts."

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A man has been jailed for separate incidents of sexual assault and burglary in the Malpas area.

Jorden Hansen, of Penny Court, Malpas, was sentenced to 43 months at Chester Crown Court on Thursday 8 October.

The 32-year-old was sentenced for two counts of sexual assault, one count of using threatening behaviour to cause alarm or distress and one count of burglary.

On 17 April 2026, two teenage girls aged 16 and 13 entered an abandoned building in Malpas. Before entering, they saw a man sat in a blue car nearby.

An hour later, the man entered the building and located the girls. He stood in the doorway, blocking the girls’ exit. He asked how old they were and remarked, ‘oh, old enough, give me your Snapchat’.

The man then hugged both girls without their consent, with his hand on their lower backs.

On 23 April 2026, a 17-year-old girl was walking along High Street, Malpas, when she spotted a man in a blue car. He was repeatedly looking at her in his rearview mirror while he was driving.

She turned into Chester Road and the man continued to drive at a slow pace behind her. She called a friend as she feared for her safety. 

Hansen was identified as the man involved in these two incidents and was subsequently arrested.

At court he was also sentenced in relation to a previous, unrelated incident where he broke into a nursing home in High Street, Malpas, on 28 August 2025.

During the early hours, a resident informed staff a man had been in her room and had jumped out of the window.

It was found that someone had entered several residents’ rooms after gaining access through the windows and searched through their belongings.

Following enquiries, this was later linked to Hansen and he was arrested.

DC Ireland of Chester CID said:

“Firstly, I would like to thank the young victims in this case for their bravery in coming forward and speaking to police about what happened to them.

“These incidents were undoubtedly distressing, and I hope the victims, their families and the wider public can take some comfort from knowing that Hansen has now been convicted and sentenced to a term of imprisonment.

“This outcome ensures he has been held accountable for his actions and provides protection to the wider community.”

PC Wright added:

“As well as targeting teenage girls, Hansen also targeted vulnerable people in a nursing home, violating what should be their safe space.

“Thanks to the work of our officers, we were able to link this to Hansen and we welcome the sentence handed to him."

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A man has been jailed for nine-and-a-half years for the non-recent rape and sexual abuse of a child.

Paul Colvin, 57, of Moorhall Lane, Stourport-on-Severn, was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court on Friday 25 September.

He was found unanimously guilty after trial in June of the rape of a child. He previously pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual abuse of a child, and seven counts of non-penetrative sexual activity with a child at an earlier hearing, all in respect of the same victim. 

The victim has been updated by officers throughout the investigation and has been offered access to specialist support services she may benefit from.

The victim bravely provided a statement to the court which highlighted the impact the offending had on her. She said:

“The abuse I suffered as a child has had a lasting impact on my life. One of the biggest impacts, which I feel is the most significant, is that my childhood was completely swept out from under me.

“I did not have a normal childhood like others, I didn’t get to enjoy my life, be innocent and carefree; instead, I felt I had to grow up before my time. I have very little happy memories of my childhood, I know I enjoyed family holidays with my dad and grandparents, but I only have those memories from photographs.

“It deeply saddens me that I don’t remember all the time I spent with them. All those memories are locked in a box in my head, and my brain has not filtered out the bad, but has instead locked a chunk of my life away to protect me.”

T/DS Carl Spicer, officer in the case from our criminal investigations department, said:

“I wish to commend the bravery and strength of the victim to report these crimes.

“Her resilience and patience throughout the police investigation and court proceedings have been exemplary.

“Colvin has been punished for his offending and I wish to reassure victims of sexual assault, that they will be believed, supported and that we will always investigate any abuse and bring offenders to justice, regardless of when it happened.

“Colvin was calculated in his offending and systematically sexually abused a young child over a significant period of time without a single care for her well-being. His offending has had a serious and lasting impact on the victim, who we will continue to support.”

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A man has been jailed for 13 years following his conviction for a series of serious offences, including rape.

Andrew Warren Lowe, 36 of Belgrave Road in Keighley was found guilty following a trial at Leeds Crown Court. Today, Wednesday 14 October 2026, he was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court to 13 years. He was also given a restraining order.

The court heard how the victim was subjected to sustained abuse over a number of years between 2010 and 2017. During this period, Lowe repeatedly raped and sexually assaulted the victim, alongside engaging in coercive and controlling behaviour, physical violence and sustained emotional abuse.

This case involved some of the most serious and distressing crimes that can occur behind closed doors, including repeated sexual assaults and violence which left the victim with lasting trauma.

The investigation was complex and related to non-recent allegations, with the offences being reported to police around three years after they had occurred.

Despite this delay, the victim showed exceptional courage in coming forward and remained fully engaged with the investigation throughout.

The court also heard that Lowe physically assaulted a child. Rather than being able to grow up in a safe environment, the child was instead exposed to violence and abuse at Lowe’s hands.

His bravery throughout the investigation was acknowledged, as was the profound and lasting impact these experiences are likely to have on him well into the future.

Throughout the investigation and during the trial, Lowe denied all allegations put to him and showed no remorse, refusing to take any responsibility for his actions.

Following conviction, Detective Sergeant Natalie Hawksworth from North Yorkshire Police said:

“This case involved a victim being subjected to horrifying abuse over a sustained period of time. Lowe was a predator who repeatedly targeted and abused the victim for his own personal gain and sexual gratification, showing no regard for the devastating impact his actions would have.

“The bravery shown by the victim in coming forward cannot be overstated. Reporting non-recent abuse is incredibly difficult, and her unwavering support of the investigation has ensured that a dangerous individual is now behind bars and no longer poses a risk to women and children.

“The effect of these offences has caused lifelong trauma for the victim, something she will now have to live with forever. She truly deserves happiness, and I hope this sentence brings some sense of closure following such a horrendous ordeal.”

“I would also like to commend the child victim in this case, who was extremely brave and should never have had to endure abuse in what should have been a safe environment. I hope that now justice has been served, he can begin to feel safe and reassured about the future.”

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A man has been jailed for the rape and sexual abuse of a woman and child in Bristol.

Suleman Aqeel, 23, of Elstree Road, Speedwell, Bristol, was convicted and sentenced to 17 years at Bristol Crown Court on Wednesday 30 September. He will serve 12 years in prison and a further five years on licence.

He pleaded guilty to two counts of rape and sexual assault by penetration of a woman aged 16 or over, the rape of a girl under 16, controlling and coercive behaviour with violence, taking indecent images of children, intentional strangulation, meeting a child following sexual grooming, and sexual activity with a child.

Aqeel used social media, including sites such as Snapchat, to arrange to meet young girls. He drove an orange BMW and would give his victims alcohol before sexually abusing them, sometimes when they were asleep.

On one occasion, he drove one of his victims to Baddock’s Wood, in Southmead, and persisted in his sexual advances against her wishes before raping her.

He would also frequently film his offending on a mobile phone and was either violent to his victims or made threats of violence against them, would damage property belonging to them, used a tracking device on one victim’s phone, used degrading and insulting language, and would also make threats to disclose intimate videos and images.

Aqeel was arrested on 4 June 2025 and was charged the following day ahead of his first court appearance on 6 June last year.

We have maintained contact with the victims throughout the investigation and have offered them access to specialist support services they feel they may benefit from.

His victims revealed the impact of Aqeel’s offending in statements which they bravely read in court. The first said:

“He disintegrated me as a human and treated me like an animal. He made me feel like I didn’t have a purpose. I feel like no one can ever shock me in the way they treat me now.

“He’s made me so scared of doing things wrong and I overthink everything I do. When I found out he pleaded guilty to some of the things he had done, some weight came off my shoulders. I couldn’t have lived with myself knowing he was out there and doing it to someone else. I wouldn’t wish that kind of relationship on my worst enemy.”

The second victim added:

“He made me do things a child should never be involved in. He took away my innocence which is something I can never take back. He got me at my most vulnerable position, so he had full control and was in a place of power to take advantage of me. Even though he changed my life in ways, I’ll never forget what he did to me. I work towards my goals and aspirations way harder now than I ever have. I’m motivated to do better every day.”

DC Sacha Hooper and DC Florence Dickinson, the officers in the case from Operation Bluestone, said:

“We would like to commend the bravery of the victims in reporting their ordeal to us, and for supporting an investigation into the abuse by Aqeel which has understandably caused them significant distress.

“We recognise the incredible strength they have shown in engaging with us and the criminal justice system. In doing so, these young women have helped us put a dangerous offender in prison for a significant period of time, therefore preventing him from causing further violence against woman and girls, and we hope it gives them the closure and justice they deserve.”

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Eastbourne man Richard Bennett, 46, has been jailed for 18 years for rape, assault and abusive offences against a woman known to him.

On 5 February the victim reported that Bennett, of Lower Willingdon, had become increasingly controlling, lying about being a police informant to keep the victim in fear and preventing her from seeking help and support.

She reported that at times he would strangle her, assault her and threatened to kill her. She reported that she was subject to years of sexual abuse.

She was petrified of him but built up the courage to flee from him.

After the report to police the victim was safeguarded and given support by specialist officers.

Bennett handed himself in on 11 February and on 12 February he was charged with rape, assault causing actual bodily harm, coercive controlling behaviour and strangulation and was remanded into custody.

On 11 August at Lewes Crown Court, he was convicted after being found guilty of rape, assault causing actual bodily harm, coercive controlling behaviour and strangulation.

On 18 September, he was sentenced to 18 years in prison.

Detective Constable Marc Thomas said:

The victim had suffered years of abuse at the hands of Bennett, who impacted every part of her life, isolating her and forcing her to stay indoors as his behaviour became more threatening.

She has been strong in supporting this investigation and it thanks to her that Bennett is now behind bars.

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A man from Crewe has been jailed for sexually, physically and emotionally abusing two women.

Jacob Evans appeared at Chester Crown Court on Monday 12 October, where he was handed a 21-year sentence – consisting of 15 years imprisonment and six years remaining on extended licence.

Evans, of French Lane, Baddington, had previously pleaded guilty to four counts of rape and sexual assault by penetration.

The 22-year-old had also pleaded guilty to two counts of assault causing actual bodily harm, two counts of making threats with a bladed weapon and two counts of engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour.

The court heard that between 2021 and 2025 Evans had abused two different women.

Both women reported to police that the 22-year-old had physically assaulted them and threatened them both with violence on multiple occasions. One of the women went on to tell officers that she had even been threatened with a knife by Evans.

The victims in this case also disclosed that they had been raped by Evans a number of times as well as having been forced to engage in other sexualised activity under the threat of violence.

Alongside the physical violence and sexual assaults, Evans also emotionally manipulated the women, verbally degraded them and went through their phones.

One woman reported that Evans bullied her into letting him drive her car, despite not being insured. He also forced her to sell her own belongings in order to buy him sports clothing, alcohol and a brand-new iPhone and Apple watch. Shortly after being given the devices, he sold them and kept the money for himself.

Evans was arrested and interviewed twice after both victims came forward to disclose the offences. Following his initial arrest, he told officers under caution that he “wasn’t worried” about the allegations made against him.

Despite denying any wrongdoing and providing no comment answers in interviews with officers, Evans was subsequently charged and remanded in custody. He would change his pleas to guilty on the first day of trial.

Alongside his custodial sentence, Evans was also handed an indefinite restraining order against both women.

Detective Constable Toby Hills, of Crewe Reactive CID, said:

“The two women at the centre of this investigation have been subjected to a torrent of abuse by an individual who thought he could hold power over and manipulate them both without facing any form of consequence.

“Despite bearing the brunt of an onslaught of physical, sexual and emotional abuse, these two women bravely came forward to prevent their abuser from harming anyone else. This investigation required them to relive their trauma, which I know would not have been an easy task for them, so I would like to extend my most profound thanks to them both for their courage, bravery and willpower shown throughout this entire case.

“What has been uncovered over the course of this emotionally challenging investigation is that Jacob Evans is an extremely volatile individual who poses a serious risk to women. I am very glad to see the court also saw this and has handed him a considerable custodial sentence, meaning he will have plenty of time to reflect on the consequences of his deplorable behaviour.

“Even when he is eventually released from prison, Evans will be under constant supervision on a six-year extended licence period and will be the subject of an indefinite restraining order requiring him to remain on his best behaviour, or face returning to a prison cell.”