SAGAR GURUNG CONVICTED OF ATTEMPTED RAPE IN READING
In a significant development in the case of sexual violence in Reading, Thames Valley Police successfully brought Sagar Gurung, a 26-year-old man from Salisbury Road, Reading, to justice.Following a thorough investigation and a subsequent trial at Reading Crown Court, Gurung was found guilty of two serious charges: attempted rape and sexual assault by penetration.
The incident in question took place in the early hours of November 6, 2022, when Gurung approached a woman in Queens Walk, a well-known area within Reading.
According to court records, the attack occurred between approximately 2:30 am and 3:00 am.
During this assault, Gurung attempted to commit rape and also subjected the victim to a sexual assault, actions that have caused significant concern within the local community.
After the attack, Gurung fled the scene, prompting a large-scale manhunt by law enforcement authorities.
His escape was short-lived, as he was apprehended on November 8, 2022, while allegedly preparing to leave the country.
The police acted swiftly, and he was formally charged with the offences the following day.
The conviction, delivered unanimously by the jury, marks a notable victory for justice and underscores the ongoing efforts of Thames Valley Police to combat sexual violence in the Reading area.
