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Judge tells teen rape victim that case will help others 'realise they are not alone'
Summary
In a High Court hearing, Ms Justice Karen O'Connor addressed a 17‑year‑old rape victim who had been assaulted at a party in 2018. The victim, now 26, read her impact statement, describing how she fell asleep in a bedroom, was later raped by a man who had previously assaulted her, and how the defendant denied responsibility. The defendant, a 26‑year‑old convicted sex offender with six prior convictions, pleaded guilty to the rape and received a five‑month sentence, later reduced to 120 hours of community service. The judge encouraged the victim to speak out, saying her testimony could help others realise they are not alone, and wished her well as she seeks to resume her studies. The case was adjourned to 29 June for finalisation, with the defendant remanded in custody until that date.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Judge tells teen rape victim that case will help others 'realise they are not alone'. Charges or matters: this count and received a five-month prison sentence. Procedural stage: sentence. Findings: Found guilty
When:
- December 31, 2018 Hearing Or Sentence
- June 29 Adjournment
- 2023-06-21 Publication
Case subjects
Convicted Person
Charges: this count and received a five-month prison sentence (Proven)
Plea: Guilty
Finding: Found guilty
Outcome: Found guilty; This was later reduced on appeal to 120 hours community service in lieu of a two-month prison sentence.; Ms Justice O'Connor adjourned the case to June 29 for finalisation and remanded the man in custody until this date.
Places mentioned
- High Court
- The Central Criminal Court
Topics
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