JAMIE WARE SENTENCED TO 10 YEARS FOR ATTEMPTED RAPE IN TOTTINGTON
In a disturbing incident that shocked the community of Tottington, a man named Jamie Ware was convicted and sentenced to a decade behind bars for a brutal assault that involved an attempted rape.The assault took place in the early hours of June 1, 2018, along Bury Road, a well-known street in the area.
According to court records, Ware, aged 23 and of no fixed address, was found guilty of both attempted rape and attempted robbery during a hearing at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court.
The judge presiding over the case emphasized the severity of Ware’s actions by ordering him to serve an extended license period of four years after his release, citing concerns about his dangerousness.
Additionally, Ware will be registered on the sex offenders’ register for life, reflecting the gravity of his crimes.
The court detailed the harrowing events that unfolded on that fateful morning.
The victim, whose identity remains protected, was walking along Bury Road when she was suddenly approached by Ware.
Without warning, he grabbed her and forcibly dragged her into a nearby alleyway.
The attack quickly escalated as Ware began to assault her physically, repeatedly punching and kicking her while she desperately cried out for help.
Her screams did not go unheard.
Fortunately, a nearby resident, alerted by the noise, looked out of her window and witnessed the assault.
She immediately contacted the police.
Another neighbor, who also heard the commotion, saw Ware attempting to snatch the victim’s handbag while continuing to punch her in the face.
The witness shouted at Ware to stop, but he responded with threats, warning that she would be next if she did not walk away from the scene.
As the chaos unfolded, a third individual, hearing the disturbance, approached Ware.
Sensing the danger, Ware fled the scene a short distance but was quickly detained by the man until police officers arrived.
Officers responded promptly and arrested Ware at the scene.
The victim was subsequently taken to hospital for treatment of her injuries and has been receiving ongoing support from specialist officers since the traumatic incident.
This case highlights the ongoing concerns about safety in Tottington and the importance of community vigilance in preventing and responding to violent crimes.
Ware’s sentencing serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of such heinous acts.
