A "dangerous sexual predator" has been handed a life sentence for multiple sex offences in Stevenage.
Shaun Harris, 58, of no fixed abode, was sentenced on Wednesday, December 17, following a 10-day trial at St Albans Crown Court.
Harris was convicted of two counts of rape, one count of attempted rape, and two counts of assault by penetration.
He was given a discretionary life sentence, with a minimum term of 10 years in prison.
Detective Sergeant Colin Hutton from Hertfordshire Constabulary's Sexual Offences Investigation Team (SOIT), said: “Firstly, I would like to publicly commend the victim for her incredible bravery throughout the criminal justice process.
Harris is a dangerous sexual predator, and I am glad to see that he will be spending a considerable amount of time in prison.
The communities where he used to reside will feel safer knowing that he is behind bars.
The 58-year-old, who pleaded not guilty at a court hearing in May, will remain on the Sex Offender Register for life.
A restraining order has been put in place, and he is also subject to a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO), which contains strict conditions including having to inform police within three days if he intends to form an intimate relationship.
The article also notes the importance of reporting sexual offences and offers support contact details for victims.
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predator" has been handed a life sentence for multiple sex offences in Stevenage. Shaun Harris, 58, of no fixed abode, was sentenced on Wednesday, December 17, following a 10-day trial at St Albans Crown Court. Harris was convicted of tw...
Life or indeterminate sentence
life
A "dangerous sexual predator" has been handed a life sentence for multiple sex offences in Stevenage
Life or indeterminate sentence
10 years
He was given a discretionary life sentence, with a minimum term of 10 years in prison
Sex Offenders Register
life
The 58-year-old, who pleaded not guilty at a court hearing in May, will remain on the Sex Offender Register for life
Court order
three days
A restraining order has been put in place, and he is also subject to a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO), which contains strict conditions including having to inform police within three days if he intends to form an intimate relationship
