A guy who sexually assaulted a teenage girl in Coventry has been sentenced to imprisonment. Simon Tyler perpetrated violence against his victim over a decade ago but has now been held accountable.
Authorities stated that the offences were examined following the testimony of the now-adult female, who reported the mistreatment she endured. She recounted her experiences of being raped and sexually attacked by Simon Tyler.
Simon Tyler, aged 38, was apprehended in 2022. He was found guilty of rape and sexual assault in Coventry and other locations in the UK.
Simon Tyler, a resident of Kenilworth, was sentenced to nine years in prison on Wednesday, November 27. He was additionally registered on the Sex Offenders’ Register.
Officers who worked on the investigation praised the victim for her ‘bravery’ in coming forward. Police urged those who have been subjected to abuse to report it ‘no matter how much time has passed.’
A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: “You can report a sexual assault or rape that happened at any time to us, even if it was months, years, or decades ago. We take every report seriously, no matter how much time has passed.
“We understand that there are lots of reasons why someone might not feel ready to tell anyone about what has happened right away. We also know it is common for survivors to take time to realise that what has happened is a crime.
“When you make a report, a specialist officer will arrange to visit you to explain your options about making a formal complaint and what might happen in an investigation. We will do everything we can to gather evidence and build a case, no matter how long ago the crime took place.
“We put your wishes at the centre of everything we do. If you decide that you do not want to be involved in an investigation, making a formal statement can still be helpful.
“Every report is valuable to us. We will support you throughout the process and will offer to refer you to specialist support.”
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