CONSTANTIN-ROBERT MUNTEANU OF SWINDON SENTENCED TO SIX YEARS FOR RAPE IN ALLEYWAY

A man has been sentenced to six years in prison after committing a brutal sexual assault in Swindon. Constantin-Robert Munteanu, aged 46 and residing on Ferndale Road in Swindon, appeared before Swindon Crown Court on a recent Friday to face charges related to his heinous crime. Munteanu had previously entered a guilty plea to two counts of rape, which significantly influenced the court's sentencing decision.

The incident took place in the quiet hours of the night, specifically shortly before midnight on January 12. The assault occurred in an alleyway situated between Gladstone Street and Ponting Street, a location that is typically considered a less trafficked part of the town, making the attack particularly disturbing.

The court heard that Munteanu's initial sentence was nine years; however, this was reduced to six years as a result of his early guilty plea, which is often viewed as a sign of remorse or cooperation. Despite the reduced sentence, Munteanu will also be subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order, a legal measure designed to restrict his activities and prevent future offenses of a similar nature.

Details surrounding the victim and the circumstances of the attack have not been disclosed publicly, but the case underscores the ongoing concerns about safety and violence in the Swindon area. The court's decision reflects the seriousness with which such crimes are treated and the importance of justice for victims of sexual violence.