Bournemouth man jailed for rape offences
A Bournemouth man has been jailed for rape offences following an investigation.
Ashley Lacey-Pring, aged 29 and of no fixed abode, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on Thursday 14 November 2024 to 15 years in prison after he pleaded not guilty and was convicted at trial for two charges of rape, two charges of sexual assault and one charge of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent.
He was also placed on the sex offenders register for an indefinite period.
On Thursday 10 February 2022, Lacey-Pring’s victim attended hospital for treatment to a serious injury where she disclosed to hospital staff that she was subjected to several rape incidents between Friday 4 February and Tuesday 8 February 2022.
The victim then reported the incidents to Dorset Police officers.
A forensic examination of the scene and examination of phone messages between the victim and Lacey-Pring provided further evidence to prove that the sexual assaults took place.
Following a detailed investigation by detectives from Bournemouth CID, Lacey-Pring was subsequently charged and appeared at court.
Detective Sergeant Shane Grant, of BCP CID, said: “I want to thank the victim in this case for the incredible bravery she has shown in coming forward to report these offences and for the support she has provided throughout our investigation.
“As a result of her courage and resilience, we were able to compile evidence and hold Ashley Lacey-Pring accountable for his appalling and contemptible actions.
“I hope that the result of this case helps and inspires other victims of rape and sexual offences to find the strength to come forward and report matters to us. Victims can be assured that they will be fully supported by specially trained officers and that we will thoroughly investigate the offences.”
If you have been a victim of rape or sexual assault, and you want to report directly to the police, please call 101 and ask to be put in contact with a specially-trained police officer. Always dial 999 in an emergency. Alternatively, you can contact The Shores Sexual Assault Referral Centre on 0800 970 9954.
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