JASON PODESTA FROM HOVE SENTENCED FOR RAPE IN SHOREHAM BEACH IN THE 1990S

In a case that has spanned over two decades, Jason Podesta, a man residing in Hove, has been convicted and sentenced for a serious sexual offence that took place in Shoreham Beach during the early 1990s. The incident involved a 13-year-old girl and occurred in September 1993, at a flat located on Ferry Road in Shoreham Beach. At the time of the assault, Podesta was 24 years old and living in the area, specifically on Portland Road in Hove.

It was only in 2014 that the victim, who had kept the traumatic experience to herself for many years, came forward to report the assault. Her decision to speak out prompted a police investigation that eventually led to the arrest of Jason Podesta. The case was brought before Chichester Crown Court, where he faced trial for the charges against him.

After a thorough legal process, the court found Podesta guilty of the offence. The verdict was delivered on September 13, 2016, and he was subsequently sentenced to eight years in prison. The conviction marks a significant moment in the pursuit of justice for victims of sexual crimes, especially those involving minors, and highlights the importance of reporting such incidents regardless of how much time has passed.

Podesta’s arrest and conviction serve as a reminder of the long arm of justice and the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address historical sexual offences. His case also underscores the importance of support for victims who choose to come forward, regardless of the elapsed time since the incident occurred.