STEFFAN DONALDSON JAILED FOR RAPE IN BANGOR: HORRIFIC ATTACK NEAR CITY CENTRE

A man responsible for a brutal and disturbing sexual assault in Bangor has been sentenced to seven years in prison. Steffan Donaldson, aged 38, was found guilty of carrying out a heinous rape in an alleyway close to Bangor city centre during the busy morning hours last March. The assault targeted a woman in her 60s, and the case drew significant attention due to the severity of the crime and the circumstances surrounding it.

Following a thorough trial at Mold Crown Court, Donaldson was convicted on two counts of rape and one count of attempted rape. The court proceedings revealed the disturbing details of the attack, which left the victim traumatized and vulnerable. Judge Niclas Parry delivered the sentence, condemning Donaldson’s actions and highlighting the cruelty involved. He described how Donaldson had treated his victim as a “worthless piece of meat,” walking away from the scene as if nothing had occurred, showing a complete lack of remorse.

The court also heard that Donaldson attempted to manipulate the situation after his arrest by providing false statements. He falsely claimed that the woman was a sexual predator who had robbed him at knifepoint, an allegation that was ultimately disproved by DNA evidence. The forensic results confirmed that Donaldson’s claims were unfounded, and the evidence clearly pointed to his guilt.

Judge Parry expressed his view that Donaldson saw the woman as “easy prey,” emphasizing the predatory nature of the attack and the vulnerability of the victim. The case has resonated with the community and law enforcement alike, highlighting the importance of justice for victims of such violent crimes.

Detective Constable Tamzin Williams, who was involved in the investigation, spoke publicly about the case. She described the assault as “horrific” and targeted at a “particularly vulnerable female.” She expressed satisfaction with the sentence handed down, stating, “I welcome today’s sentence and hope it provides his victim and the community with reassurance that North Wales Police will robustly pursue offenders and ensure they face justice.” The case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing efforts by authorities to combat violence against women and to uphold safety in Bangor and the wider North Wales region.