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Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Rapist jailed after sending apology text to victim

A man who raped a woman – and then sent her an apology text – has been jailed.

James Critchley (31) of Meadow Park, Wesham, was sentenced to seven years and eight months in prison, following a trial at Preston Crown Court.

On January 28, 2021, in the early hours of the morning, Critchley went to the victim’s home and raped her.

A week later, he messaged her to apologise for what he had done.

Detectives investigating, arrested Critchley on suspicion of, and later charged him with the rape of a female.

Following a week-long trial, he was found guilty.

DC Stu Kane said: “Critchley’s victim has shown incredible bravery throughout this process, despite the effect his despicable actions has undoubtedly had on her. I absolutely commend her for the strength she has shown.

“Critchley’s actions that morning were nothing short of abhorrent – he attacked his victim in her own home – the place that she should have felt the safest.

“I welcome the sentence handed down on him this week, which reflects the severity of his offence.

“Finally, to victims of any sexual offence, please know that we will listen to you, we will investigate, and we will do all we can to bring the person responsible before the courts.”

Helen Greaney
If you have interesting things happening at your company in Lancashire, I'm the news editor here and I'd love to hear it. I'm a senior journalist with more than 18 years' experience in local, regional and national newspapers, as well as in digital PR.
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