BRANDON SMITH FROM EAST MIDLANDS AND MANCHESTER SENTENCED FOR RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT IN HYDE

Brandon Smith, a man with connections to both the East Midlands and Manchester, was formally sentenced today at Bolton Crown Court to a total of twelve and a half years in prison for his involvement in a serious sexual assault and rape that took place in Hyde during July 2024. Following his prison term, Smith will be subject to an extended licence period of three additional years, during which he will be under strict supervision.

The incident in question occurred on the evening of Friday, July 5, 2024. Smith targeted a woman whom he did not know, initiating a violent and threatening assault. According to court reports, Smith suddenly grabbed the woman and used a weapon to threaten her with a stabbing if she dared to make any noise or resist.

The attack unfolded along a secluded pathway off King Street and Pitt Street in Hyde, where Smith forcibly dragged the woman. The assault was described as prolonged and extremely distressing, involving a sustained sexual attack that left the victim traumatized. The court heard how Smith’s actions were premeditated and carried out with a blatant disregard for the victim’s safety and dignity.

Authorities quickly identified Smith as the suspect following a thorough investigation. His arrest and subsequent trial revealed the full extent of his criminal conduct, leading to the severe sentencing handed down today. The court emphasized the gravity of the crimes committed and the need to protect the community from individuals like Smith, who pose a significant threat to public safety.