Locations
Bury Park Road, Luton, LU1
Description
A man has been jailed for raping a girl he met in Luton last year.
Samad Ali, 34, was found guilty of raping the victim after supplying her with cannabis.
An investigation was launched by Bedfordshire Police’s Rape and Serious Sexual Offences (RASSO) team, and Ali was arrested.
Following a four-day trial, Ali of Bury Park Road, Luton was found guilty of rape.
He was sentenced yesterday (Thursday) to a total of 17 years; 11 years for rape and six years for the drug offences, with an extended licence of five years due to dangerousness.
Detective Constable Olivia Phillips from the RASSO team, who investigated, said:
“This was a complex and sensitive investigation, so I’m pleased that Ali has received a significant custodial sentence and is no longer a danger to any other women or girls.
“The victim in this case has showed enormous courage coming forward and speaking to officers to help ensure Ali was caught quickly and served justice.
“We take all reports of rape and sexual assault seriously, and it is never too late to report. We have several specially trained victim engagement officers who work closely with victims, supporting them throughout the investigation and justice process, as well helping them to move forward.”