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An East Malling man has been jailed after he was found guilty of raping a woman who had passed out following a night out in a pub. 

Steven Moore exploited and abused his vulnerable victim after they left the premises and he took her to a nearby residential property. 

The incident happened in 2017 and was reported to Kent Police in March 2023, when Moore was arrested.

Intoxicated and confused

An investigation established that prior to the rape, the woman had previously engaged in small talk with Moore who was acquainted with someone she knew.

During an evening between November and December 2017, the victim encountered him at the (former) Rising Sun pub in Mill Street.

They consumed several drinks and she became intoxicated and confused. The victim recalled that after accompanying Moore to a different property she blacked out and woke up to find him raping her.

Moore, now 67, of Stickens Lane, East Malling was charged with rape and pleaded not guilty. A trial was held at Maidstone Crown Court and a jury convicted him by unanimous verdict.

On 7 November 2025, Moore was sentenced to nine years' imprisonment.

Never too late to report abuse

Detective Sergeant Mike Williams said:

‘Steven Moore deliberately targeted a vulnerable woman, exploiting her trust and intoxicated state to subject her to a truly horrific ordeal.

'His actions were clearly calculated and the impact on the victim has been profound. She has found it difficult to come forward but her tremendous courage has now thankfully ensured Moore has faced justice.

‘We know how difficult it can be for victims of sexual abuse to report such abhorrent and damaging offences, especially when so much time has passed. I hope this case demonstrates that no matter when offences have happened you will always be listened to, believed and supported.’

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The victim of a violent and sexual assault has seen her attacker jailed for 12 years.

Danny Bailey forced his way into the victim’s property in Rochester during the early hours of 28 June 2024. The woman had opened the door believing it was a neighbour, but Bailey pushed her back inside and made threats to kill her.

He then raped the victim and physically assaulted her, leaving her with cuts to her lip and scratches on her neck.

The victim managed to escape and lock herself in an upstairs bedroom, where her screams were heard by a neighbour who called police.

Arrest

Bailey had fled the scene before officers arrived but was arrested shortly afterwards at his home in Brompton Lane, Strood. He claimed he had been there all night watching television.

The 42 year old was found guilty of rape, intentional strangulation, threats to kill, and actual bodily harm, following a trial.

At Maidstone Crown Court on Thursday 23 October 2025, Bailey was sentenced to 12 years in prison with an extended licence period of two years.

Detective Constable Devon McKee, who led the investigation, said:

‘This was a terrifying ordeal for the victim, who showed immense courage both during the attack and throughout the investigation.

‘Bailey’s actions were calculated and violent, and the sentence handed down reflects the seriousness of his crimes. We hope this outcome provides some measure of justice and reassurance to the victim as she continues to recover.’

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A Winsford man who incited a young child to engage in sexual activity has been jailed.

Antony Hill appeared at Chester Crown Court on Friday 7 November where he was sentenced to nine years in prison.

The 27-year-old had earlier been found guilty of two counts of causing a child to engage in sexual activity.

Hill, of Bollin Avenue, Winsford, has also been ordered to sign the sex offenders register for life and handed a restraining order to preventing him from contacting the victim.

In July 2024 the victim, a young child, disclosed to their parents that they had been sexually assaulted by Hill.

The child described how over a number of months Hill had made them engage in sexual activity and touch him inappropriately, telling the victim that it was their little secret.

Following the reports an investigation was launched by detectives from Northwich Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP).

Hill was arrested in relation to the incident and when questioned he declined to answer any questions put to him by officers.

Despite his silence, he was charged in relation to the allegations and found guilty of all the charges following a three-day trial at Chester Crown Court.

Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Emily Mackay, of the Northwich PVP Unit, said:

“Firstly, I would like to commend the victim in this case for the bravery and courage that they have shown throughout this investigation.

“Nobody should have to experience what they have been though, and I hope that the sentence handed to Hill will provide them and their family with some closure and allow them to move forward with their lives.

“I also hope it encourages anyone who has been a victim of sexual offences to please contact us. We will investigate all reports thoroughly with the needs and wishes of the victim as our main priority.”

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A specialist child protection detective has joined a Judge in praising a young child for their bravery in speaking out about abuse they’d suffered, and for preventing the perpetrator from carrying out further harm to the victim or to other children.

Detective Sergeant Allan from our POLIT (Paedophile Online Investigation Team) spoke as 24-year-old Kane Povey received a 12-year sentence after pleading guilty to six offences half-way through his trial.  

Povey will serve 11 years in prison and one on licence.

An investigation into Povey began in October 2022 after police received a report of sexual assault and rape of a seven-year-old child. 

Cleveland Police immediately put safeguarding measures in place for the child and offered the victim and family further specialist support from local professional partner organisations.

Povey was arrested and interviewed but he denied the allegations however on receiving extensive evidence from police, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) authorised six charges against him.

These comprised three counts of rape of a child under 13 and three counts of causing or incident a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity.

Povey continued to deny any wrongdoing and a trial began in September this year.  Mid-trial though, he changed his plea and admitted the six charges.

He was remanded in prison until his appearance at Teesside Crown Court for sentencing today.

As well as imprisonment, Povey will be placed on the sex offenders’ register, will be subject to a SHPO (sexual harm prevention order) for life and on his eventual release, he’ll be subject to strict conditions and monitoring by specialist police officers.

Detective Sergeant Allan said:

"Firstly I’d like to acknowledge the bravery of this young child for coming forward and having their voice heard and believed.  In doing so it allowed police to take immediate action to safeguard them and protect other children from Povey.

“Povey is a dangerous and predatory man who has caused this child untold struggles in their day-to-day life, but the child and their family have shown incredible bravery throughout the police and court process.

“I hope today’s result will bring a degree of comfort to them all and I wish them all the best in going forward.”

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A 35-year-old man convicted of rape, harassment and non-fatal strangulation has been jailed for 12 years.

James Chater, formerly of the Sleaford area, was sentenced for the charges when he appeared at Lincoln Crown Court on Friday, 7 November.

Chater pleaded guilty to two of the charges at an earlier trial – though he denied rape before he was eventually found guilty.

The crimes took place in the Sleaford area.

Chater was given a 12-year sentence, added to the sex offender’s register and given a sexual harm prevention order when he appeared in court. He has been jailed immediately.

Trainee Detective Constable Kieron Stewart, who led the investigation, paid tribute to the bravery of the victim and said this behaviour will not be tolerated in Lincolnshire.

“Chater’s actions were reprehensible and showed a lack of empathy and thought for his victim,” he said.

“This behaviour is unacceptable, and he has rightly been jailed today for the crimes he committed.

“Without the bravery of those who came forward to help us in our investigation, he could still be on the streets, so I’d like to pay tribute to their courage.

“This sends a message to any would-be offender – we will pursue you and pursue all lines of enquiry available to us.

“This is about delivering justice and deterring offenders - we will find you.

“And we will do everything in our power to support victims who come forward.”

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Shazad Mughal (13/11/1977) of Tansley Road, Crumpsall was sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in prison on Friday 7 November 2025 after being found guilty of one count of rape and one count of sexual assault by penetration.

On Wednesday 10 August 2022, officers received a 999 call from the victim at 12:45am who said she had been sexually assaulted.

The victim asked Mughal, who was working as a security guard, for directions to Manchester city centre after their tram had terminated earlier than expected.

Mughal allowed the victim to use the toilet before sexually assaulting her in his security booth.

The victim managed to flee the scene and call the police, remaining hidden until an officer could locate them.

Detective Constable Luke Miller, of our Serious Crime Division, said:

“I would like to thank the victim for reporting this terrible incident to the police and allowing us to conduct a thorough investigation.

“Mughal abused his position of authority to sexually assault a woman who had asked him for help. Mughal claimed that the victim was advancing onto them whilst in the security booth and that he did not want to have any sexual activity with the victim, which was completely untrue.

“I commend the victim in this case for supporting our investigation, which has resulted in today’s sentence and sees justice served against Mughal, who will now spend a significant amount of time behind bars.

“Our officers will provide support, conduct thorough investigations, and take firm action against offenders. Your allegations will be taken seriously, and you will be treated with dignity and respect."

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A rapist who sexually abused three young girls during the 1990s and early 2000s has been convicted of historic sex crimes.

Peter King lured in and groomed the three children, who were between 6 and 15yrs at the time, by taking them on swimming trips, buying them clothing and food and then taking them back to his flat in Highgate, Birmingham.

King, now aged 72, worked as a taxi driver at the time and used his black cab to ferry around the girls and sometimes their friends too.

One girl he abused, who was 15 at the time, became pregnant by King before having a termination.

She bravely revealed this information years later to help our Public Protection Unit (PPU) prosecute him for his appalling actions.

Following the trial, which concluded at Birmingham Crown Court last Friday (31 October), King, of Malin Close, Southampton, was convicted of 15 sex offences, including multiple incidents if rape and indecent assault.

He was remanded into custody ahead of sentencing on 12 January.

Detective Investigating Officer Liz Weston, from the PPU, said:

“This has been a long and complex investigation into the abuse of young girls who were groomed by King.

"He preyed upon them when they were at their most vulnerable.

"He took advantage of their own personal circumstances and gave them pocket money, bought them gifts, clothing and food and took them on day trips and holidays.

"He tried to portray that he was a good man who cared for them, but the jury saw through those lies.

"I’m pleased that the women he abused as children all those years ago have finally received the justice they so deserve.

"I commend their bravery in being able to speak out and share their stories and

"I would ask anyone who has encountered similar experiences, or any kind of abuse, historically or recently, to speak to the police.

"We are here to create a safe space for you and we will listen.”

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Two people have been sentenced for modern slavery offences after women were trafficked from Romania to the UK to work as sex workers in West Yorkshire.

Costel Tambac and Mariana Iova were jailed today after being found guilty by a jury following a trial in July.

The pair, both Romanian nationals, were found to be responsible for controlling the lives of two female victims who were trafficked to the UK from Romania.

Both victims were told they were coming to the UK to work as agency workers in a meat factory.

But in reality, they were “sold” to Tambac and Iova who made them work as sex workers at brothels in the Harehills and Holbeck areas of Leeds, as well as in Dewsbury, Oldham and Nottingham.

The pair seized the money earnt by the victims, leaving them with as little as £10 a day to themselves.

Officers from West Yorkshire Police’s Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking team began the investigation in 2016 when one of the victims came forward.

She reported to police that she had been trafficked to the UK where she was ‘sold’ to Tambac and Iova. From then on, she was forced to work for them and sexually exploited.

The pair advertised their victims’ services on adult services websites, taking them to agreed locations to provide sexual services when requested.

They controlled their victims by retaining their ID documents and money as well as controlling their lifestyle. They enforced this control by using violence and threats.

Tambac and Iova were each found guilty of two counts of sexual exploitation of a female victim contrary to the Modern Slavery Act 2015, and two counts of controlling prostitution for gain contrary to Section 53 of the Sexual Offences Act 2003.

Appearing before Leeds Crown Court for sentencing today, Tambac, aged 50, formerly of Moorhey Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester was sentenced to nine years.

Iova, aged 35, also formerly of Moorhey Street, Oldham, was sentenced to eight years.

In 2018, Tambac and Iova fled the UK while they were still under investigation. Officers sought international arrest warrants, and the pair were traced to Amsterdam where they were arrested earlier this year and extradited back to the UK.

Speaking outside the court, Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Helen Steele, said:

“First and foremost, my thoughts go out to the victims who suffered an horrendous ordeal.

“They were brought over to the UK under false pretences by organised criminals where they were sold as a commodity to be financially and sexually exploited through controlled prostitution.

“I hope the guilty verdicts together with the sentences handed down today will bring them some comfort as they continue with the process of rebuilding their lives.”

“I would also like to thank them for their bravery, their patience and their resilience as we pursued our investigation.

“Our investigation was complex and began nine years ago when one of the victims came forward.

“It was the first ever investigation for West Yorkshire Police to conduct as a Joint Investigation Team with the Romanian authorities, who I would also like to thank as it meant we could maximise all investigational opportunities.

“The Joint Investigation Team also led to the Romanian authorities convicting the people responsible for trafficking the victims to the UK.

“A successful prosecution would not have been possible without the assistance of colleagues in Romania.”

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Charles Liburd (27/07/1961) of Quarry Road, Maidstone, Kent, has been sentenced today at Manchester Square Crown Court after being found guilty of 11 counts, including indecent assault and sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 years.

He was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment, with an additional two years on licence. This sentencing comes after two brave women reported the offences that occurred from 1986 – 1994. 

In May 2021, the first victim came forward to report a series of incidents where Liburd sexually assaulted her in her home from the age of 7 – 9-years-old. The victim disclosed the countless times Liburd touched her and forced himself on her. She opened up about the impact this has had on her and her mental-health long term, which is why she decided to come forward and report the offences.

In September 2023 during the investigation into Liburd, officers from our Longsight District Investigation Team were able to identify a second victim. She courageously stepped forward and reported against the same perpetrator, who raped and continuously assaulted her from the ages of 7 – 11-years old.

The victim described multiple instances where she had been sexually assaulted by him despite her pushing him away, and she recalls a time when she was raped in her sleep in her own bedroom and woke up to him on top of her.

The bravery of both victims sharing their stories led to Liburd being issued with a Sexual Harm Prevention Order prior to his trial, safeguarding both victims and multiple other girls across Greater Manchester. Liburd showed no remorse during his trial, and when questioned, accused both girls of lying, which officers and the jury did not accept and ensured they secured his sentence at trial.

In her victim impact statement, one of the women shared with the court the damaging and lasting impact this has had on her and her family’s mental health over the years and why she has chosen to come forward to get the justice she deserves:

“The trauma has followed me into adulthood, causing me mental health and shaping who I am and how I see the world today. The scars and trauma will never completely go away.

“I find it difficult to build close relationships and even when people show me kindness, I question their intentions.

“I have felt weak for not speaking out sooner, with that comes feelings of guilt for not protecting other potential victims. What I have come to understand is I was a child, the silence was not weakness, it was survival.

“The guilt I have carried for nearly my whole life it was never mine to hold. It belonged to my abuser Charles Liburd, who has shown no remorse or accountability for his actions nor the mental torture he inflicted on me and my family.”

Detective Sergeant Kerry Batchelor from GMP’s District Investigation Team in South Manchester said:

“Regardless of when reports are made, our officers are committed to solving these crimes and ensuring the public feel they have a safe space to report any incident.

“Both girls were able to come forward when they were ready and disclose the abuse they suffered, and our officers will work tirelessly to ensure all victims get justice, no matter when the offences take place.

“It is our hope that both women will be able to finally feel safer after this sentencing and begin to move forward for themselves and their families.

“Protecting our children is a key priority at GMP and we hope that this encourages anyone who has been abused or assaulted to always come forward and report.”

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A man has been jailed for committing a sex act in front of a child in a restaurant toilet.

Registered sex offender Christopher Taylor (pictured) was only allowed to use a public toilet if he was in a cubicle designed for individual use – a condition of a sexual harm prevention order.

But in June this year, Taylor, 46, stood next to the urinals at McDonalds in Rawtenstall and carried out a sex act in full view of a young boy who was washing his hands after using the toilet.

The boy, aged 11, was left upset and told his mum that ‘something’s happened in the bathroom that’s really weird’.

An investigation was launched and CCTV footage of Taylor’s car helped trace him to Manchester where he was arrested a few days later.

Taylor, formerly of Tenterden Walk, Wythenshaw, Manchester, appeared at Preston Crown Court for sentencing today (7th November).

He had pleaded guilty at a previous hearing to engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child under the age of 13, and to breach of a sexual harm prevention order.

Taylor was given an extended sentence of eight years in prison.

Det Con Adam Rainsbury of Burnley CID, said:

“This was disgusting behaviour by Taylor in front of a young boy who was using the toilets in McDonalds.

“Taylor is registered sex offender who had conditions place on him as part of a sexual harm prevention order.

“I welcome the prison sentence imposed on him and it shows that such behaviour will not be tolerated.”

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A sex offender convicted of multiple counts of indecent exposure in Tonbridge has now been made the subject of a Criminal Behaviour Order.

Daniel Wood was responsible for a series of incidents in the town between June 2023 and March 2024, when victims reported seeing him deliberately exposing himself underneath women’s clothing.

Multiple victims

The offences happened in and around locations including Priory Wood, Silver Close and Hilltop and victims included women and a child.

Wood, 34, of Baltic Road, Tonbridge was arrested on 9 April 2024.

He pleaded guilty before Medway Magistrates’ Court to three counts of exposure and failing to comply with a Community Protection Notice.

After being remanded by the courts, Wood spent several months in prison before he was released on bail, pending sentence.

In June 2025, he was arrested and remanded again after breaching bail conditions.

Strict requirements

A sentencing hearing took place on 5 November at Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court, where Wood was ordered to adhere to strict requirements of a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO).

These include:

• Wearing at least one layer of non-transparent clothing, covering his lower body at all times when in the public domain.
• Being prohibited from approaching or engaging with any unknown female by themselves in a public place.
• Entering any alleyways, public footpaths, public bridle ways or woodland within an exclusion zone.

Sergeant Dan Bartlett said:

‘Wood has been convicted of very serious offences which have caused considerable anxiety and distress in the community. He wore distinctive clothing intended to attract the attention of passing women and children and then exposed himself to victims, sometimes jumping out in front of them to cause the greatest amount of alarm.

‘This CBO will enable our officers to manage and monitor his movements and conduct even more effectively and hopefully also ensure there are no further victims forced to endure his deplorable behaviour.’   

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William Aderayo Adesanya, from Penarth, has been jailed for multiple rapes.

The 25-year-old was sentenced at Newport Crown Court on Monday, November 3, to 16 years in prison, with an extended licence period of six years.

He was jailed after being found guilty of three counts of rape, one count of sexual assault and one count of intentional strangulation.

Adesanya was also made subject to a restraining order and Sexual Harm Prevention Order prohibiting him from having contact with sex workers, both to run indefinitely.

Adesanya attended the victim’s home address in Cardiff for the purposes of using her services as an escort.

While at the address Adesanya strangled the victim until she became unconscious, sexually assaulted and raped her multiple times. He filmed his acts on his mobile phone.

William Adesanya, from Penarth, has been jailed for multiple rapes.

The 25-year-old was sentenced at Newport Crown Court on Monday, November 3, to 16 years in prison, with an extended licence period of six years.

He was jailed after being found guilty of three counts of rape, one count of sexual assault and one count of intentional strangulation.

Adesanya was also made subject to a restraining order and Sexual Harm Prevention Order prohibiting him from having contact with sex workers, both to run indefinitely.

Adesanya attended the victim’s home address in Cardiff for the purposes of using her services as an escort.

While at the address Adesanya strangled the victim until she became unconscious, sexually assaulted and raped her multiple times. He filmed his acts on his mobile phone.

Following the sentencing hearing, the victim wrote to South Wales Police saying:

"I would like to say thank you to DC Nick Young and to everyone else that has helped and supported me through the process of the trial and sentencing of my attacker. 

"I am so incredibly grateful for him and all that he has done, he has shown me an incredible amount of patience, kindness, and compassion throughout this entire traumatic process. 

"This has been a long, emotional journey and I would not have been able to do it without the support of everyone involved. 

"Thank you all so very much. From the bottom of my heart."

Officer in the case, DC Nick Young, said:

“The victim demonstrated exceptional bravery throughout the process and hopes that her story can encourage others who are suffering to report matters.  South Wales Police will be relentless in our pursuit of offenders and those who target the vulnerable in our communities.”

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A paedophile who sexually assaulted two young children and made them watch sexual content has today been jailed for 18 years with five years on extended license.

Connor Wright, 32, assaulted the children between June and July 2024 and told them not to tell anyone about the abuse, because it was “their secret”.

He also showed them graphic sexual content, incited them to engage in sexual activity and took indecent images and videos of them.

After one of the children bravely disclosed what was happening, it was reported to police and the force’s specialist Child Abuse and Vulnerable Adults Team (CAVA) launched an investigation.

Wright was arrested on 25th July 2024 and his phone was seized for examination. A search was also carried out at his home address, where further devices and items were recovered.

The force’s Digital Forensic Unit (DFU) examined the devices and located more than a 100 indecent and prohibited images and videos of children, with four being graded as category A – the worst category.

Wright was arrested and charged with 25 offences including making indecent images of children, possessing prohibited images of children, voyeurism, rape and sexual assault.

He pleaded guilty to all offences at court and appeared at Teesside Crown Court for sentencing on 7th November where he was sentenced. 

Investigating officer Detective Constable Victoria Brown said:

“Wright committed some of the most vile crimes imaginable and caused an immeasurable amount of trauma to his young and vulnerable victims.

“He targeted the children in pursuit of his own twisted sexual gratification without any consideration for the impact his actions would have on them and I’m pleased that he has today been given a significant prison sentence.

“This was an extremely distressing case but the joint work from CAVA, DFU, and our Paedophile Online Investigation Team (POLIT) was instrumental in helping us bring Wright before the courts and get justice for his victims and their families.

“I hope this result makes it clear we will do all we can to pursue those committing sexual offences against children and protect the vulnerable from harm.”

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A man has been jailed after he was convicted of raping a woman at a restaurant in Frodsham.

Abdul Helim was sentenced to six years in prison at Chester Crown Court on Friday 7 November.

The 50-year-old, of Grange Avenue, Oldham, was earlier found guilty of rape and possession of indecent images of children following an three day trial.

The court heard how the victim met Helim at the India Garden Restaurant in Frodsham.

The pair formed a sexual relationship together and would meet at the restaurant.

However, in late 2022, Helim asked the victim to do something which she did not consent to. Despite her refusal, he went on to rape the woman.

The incident was later reported to police and In October 2023, after the launch of the investigation, Helim was arrested in relation to the allegations. During questioning he denied having a relationship with the woman, he claimed that they were just friends and had never had sex.

However, officers examined mobile phone data and recovered a catalogue of messages between the pair, which made clear, repeat reference to their relationship.

In addition, officers also discovered that Helim had possessed a number of indecent images of children.

Following the sentencing, Detective Constable Hannah Lamborn, who led the investigation, said:

“Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the bravery of the victim in this case who not only had the courage to report and speak about what had happened to her but also had to endure the stress of a trial and facing the defendant in the court room. I would also like to acknowledge the victim’s family and friends who supported her throughout the investigation and the court process.

“I hope that the sentence handed to Helim will provide them with some closure, knowing that he is now behind bars where he cannot do this to anyone else.

“Helim is clearly a danger to women, he was aware that the victim did not consent, but he chose to continue anyway to fulfil his own sexual desires.

“Throughout the investigation, and the subsequent trial, Helim has attempted to deny the offence put to him. Thankfully, the jury saw through his lies, and he is now facing the consequences of his actions.

“If anyone wishes to report a sexual offence, you can do so by calling us on 101, or please visit our website where you can find all the details you need to report it online.”

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A Cornish man has been jailed for 10 years as judge calls offending a ‘campaign of the most horrific abuse’.

Dylan Cathrae, aged 20, was found guilty of six offences by a jury following a trial at Truro Crown Court in October.

Cathrae, formerly of Swallow Close, Bude, appeared at court today where he was jailed for the following offences:

• Rape
• Two counts of assault by penetration
• Coercive and controlling behaviour
• Non-fatal strangulation
• Witness intimidation

Cathrae had previously pleaded guilty to a charge of harassment against a second victim.

In addition to jail time, he was given a restraining order against both victims.

At trial the court heard that it was reported to police that Cathrae had raped and sexually assaulted the victim, behaving in a physically and emotionally abusive manner toward her including putting cigarettes out on her.

Cathrae was interviewed by detectives on multiple occasions about the reports. When asked questions about the incidents he claimed that the reports of sexual offending were made up out of jealousy.

When officers put to him that his behaviour could be construed as ‘obsessive’ and ‘controlling’, he replied saying ‘…how’s that a bad thing?’.

Following a trial at Truro Crown Court in October, the jury found him guilty on all counts.

Sentencing him to 10 years in prison, the judge told him ‘This is one of the worst cases of coercive and controlling behaviour I have seen’

At the hearing today the victim read a statement to the court in which she said the crimes had ‘ruined my life’.

Investigating officer, DC Isla Ferguson said:

“We welcome the sentence given and first and foremost I praise the victim for her strength and courage to report the crimes and support the criminal justice process.

“I hope that the outcome today may help her find some closure.

“I also hope that this case may encourage anyone who has been a victim of a sexual offence to come forward and report it so that we can investigate and take action against perpetrators.”