MAN JAILED FOR A RAPE COMMITTED ALMOST 20 YEARS AGO
Dean Edwards has received a prison sentence for a sexual assault that took place nearly two decades ago.The survivor of the attack came forward in 2023 after discovering that Edwards was already incarcerated for another rape offense.
Despite claiming he was not guilty, Edwards was convicted after a trial held at Cardiff Crown Court.
On May 11, 2026, the court sentenced him to eight years behind bars, with an additional four years on extended licence.
He was also ordered to comply with sex offender registration requirements and was given an indefinite restraining order.
During the proceedings, it was revealed that the assault occurred in the victim’s home while Edwards was intoxicated with drugs and alcohol.