A ‘MANIPULATIVE’ rapist from Rugby has been jailed for seven years.
Paul Carter, 66, of Hillmorton Road, was sentenced at Warwick Crown Court for one count of rape.
The court heard that Carter met his victim – a woman in her 40s – at a barbecue in Rugby in July 2019.
After Carter and two other men walked the woman home that night, he returned to the house later in the evening saying he was going to check on her, at which point he raped her.
Carter was also placed on the sex offenders’ register for the rest of his life.
Investigating officer Det Cons Scott Loughran said: “Carter and the victim had not met prior to the barbecue. Being a manipulative opportunist, Carter took advantage of his victim in the most shocking way.
“I hope the sentence handed out goes some way to reassuring the local community that he can no longer harm women.
“Unfortunately, the victim has passed away since the attack but I would like to pay tribute to her for her bravery in reporting her ordeal and supporting this investigation. I’m pleased for her boyfriend and family that we have delivered justice for her.
“Warwickshire Police will investigate all reports of sexual offences and specially trained officers will provide support to the victim.”
