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A rapist who tried to intimidate his victim into withdrawing from the investigation has been jailed for 23 years.
Daniel Rowe, 35, formerly of Tiverton and Exeter, appeared at Exeter Crown Court for sentence on Friday 16 January, after previously being found guilty by a jury of three counts of rape.
During the trial, the court heard how the victim in the case disclosed to officers several rapes committed against her by Rowe.
She described being terrified of Rowe and scared he would hurt her if she fought back.
The victim provided messages to officers showing Rowe apologising after one such attack.
After the offences were reported, Rowe contacted his victim and made attempts to pressurise her to withdraw her statement. He also made threats that he would get others to terrorise her.
In interview, Rowe claimed that sexual activity between the two was consensual.
Officer in the case, DC Josh Marks said:
“We welcome the sentence given to Daniel Rowe following his conviction for what is an extremely troubling set of sexual offences.
“Daniel Rowe is a dangerous and violent sex offender who showed no regard for his victim who he controlled through fear.
“I would like to praise the strength of the victim and thank her for remaining engaged throughout proceedings.
“I hope she now feels some closure and is able to move on with her life knowing Rowe will remain behind bars for many years.”
