St Austell man jailed for 12 years for rape
A man from St Austell, Cornwall, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison after being convicted of rape.
Adam Parry, aged 37 and from Southborne Road, St Austell, was found guilty at Truro Crown Court in April.
Today, Wednesday 7 May, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison for three counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault and two counts of assault by penetration.
He will also have to sign the Sex Offenders’ Register for life and was issued with an indefinite restraining order.
The offences took place over a number of years and were reported in 2023.
Detective Constable Victoria Robson said: “Following a thorough investigation, Parry was brought to trial and found guilty of these offences earlier this year and we welcome the sentence that he has been given today.
“It is an extremely positive outcome for the victim in this case who has suffered significant sexual abuse. The outcome today is a testament to her courage.
“Without her bravery in coming forward, the case wouldn’t have got to court, and we would like to thank all the witnesses that helped bring the defendant to justice.
“It is important to remember that when we get such reports, they will always be taken seriously by the police and justice will be sought. We would always encourage victims to come forward.
“They will be listened to, and they will be believed.”
She went on to say: “Sexual assaults have a devastating impact on victims and Devon & Cornwall Police is committed to working the criminal justice system to make our communities safer.”
Support available
If you have been affected by this article there is support available.
You can visit victimcare-dc.org to access support services and information on your rights and how to navigate the criminal justice system.
You can also call Victim Support on 0808 1689 111 or Devon and Cornwall Police’s Victim Care Unit on 01392 475900.
Advice and support can also be found at:
National Rape Crisis Helpline 0808 802 9999
Devon and Cornwall Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC) 0300 3034626
For more information please visit: www.dc.police.uk/Rape-SexualAssault
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