A 31-year-old Brinsworth man has been jailed after raping a woman while she was asleep
During a three-day trial, the court heard how Christopher Pearce (31) of Crownhill Road sexually assaulted a woman, putting his hands down her trousers despite her telling him to stop, before she fell asleep.
The court then heard how the victim woke up to Pearce shining a light in her face. He said to her: โYou were awake for that werenโt you?โ before she realised that her trousers had been removed and felt some pain.
Pearce was found guilty of rape and sexual assault and was sentenced to 14 years in jail at Sheffield Crown Court on Friday (20 October.)
Detective Constable Katy Walker said: โThe victim has shown true bravery and determination during this trial.
โDespite the overwhelming forensic evidence, Pearce refused to admit his crimes. We would like to thank the victim for helping us with our investigation, ensuring that Pearce paid for the truly horrific crime he committed.
โAt South Yorkshire Police we take every report of rape seriously. We hope this sentence provides the relief the victim needs to attempt to move on with her life.โ
