Man, 36, jailed for more than eight years for rape

 

A 36-year-old man from Flintshire has today been jailed for rape.

Terry Anthony Nicholas, of Jubilee Road, Buckley, appeared at Mold Crown Court today (Thursday, November 30th) where he was sentenced to eight and a half years in prison.

He was found guilty of rape following a trial at Mold Crown Court last month, the offence having happened in Flintshire in 2021.

Nicholas must serve two thirds of the sentence in custody before being released on licence and must register as a sex offender for life. He was also issued a restraining order against the victim indefinitely.

Investigating officer, Detective Constable Nick Ellis said: “I commend the bravery of the victim who felt able to report this incident to us and who showed courage and strength throughout the entirety of the case.

“I hope they can now focus on moving forward with their lives with the knowledge that Nicholas is now being held accountable for this disgraceful crime, for which he has shown no remorse. 

“I would encourage any victim of sexual abuse to come forward, safe in the knowledge that we will do everything in our power to pursue offenders and protect the most vulnerable in our society.”

The North Wales Police Amethyst team is made up of specially trained officers to support victims through investigations of this nature.

The team works closely with the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) to provide confidential medical, practical and emotional support from specialist doctors, nurses and support workers.

You can visit our website here for further information on how to seek assistance and support - Rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences | North Wales Police