Man jailed for St Helens rape and other offences against woman
Jack Gilmartin was sentenced to 11 years in prison
Merseyside Police have welcomed the sentencing of a man to 11 years in prison for rape at Liverpool Crown Court, today, Thursday 2nd May.
Jack Gilmartin, 23, of no fixed abode, was found guilty of rape; harassment; assault occasioning ABH; intentional strangulation; and possession of controlled drugs. The offences took place in the St Helens area in 2022.
Gilmartin was found guilty of the rape offence following a retrial this week, having pled guilty to the other offences last year. He remained in custody between the trials.
Gilmartin was also handed a 10-year restraining order against his victim.
D/S Bob Sandham said: “Gilmartin is a dangerous and violent offender who will now face a significant time behind bars. He also prolonged the suffering of his victim through a protracted court process.
“I would like to commend her for showing such strength and resolve throughout what was an extremely traumatic time, and we hope that today's sentence brings her some sense of justice as she continues to recover.
“Anyone that has been a victim of a sexual offence, is concerned for the safety of someone they know or suspects someone to be engaging in this criminal activity, should come forward and speak to us. Please be assured that we have a team of dedicated staff who will expertly and compassionately deal with your reports and we will do everything we can to bring offenders to justice.
“We take all such reports extremely seriously, and work with partner organisations such as Victim care Support Service and RASA who are there to support victims every step of the way.”
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