BEVIS SMITH FROM ST NEOTS SENTENCED TO 11 YEARS FOR RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULTS IN CAMBRIDGE
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St Neots Rapist
In a significant case that has drawn considerable attention in the Cambridgeshire area, Bevis Smith, a 23-year-old man from Duck Lane in St Neots, has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term following his conviction on multiple serious charges involving sexual offenses. The incidents for which Smith was found guilty include the rape of a woman and the sexual assault of a girl under the age of 13, crimes that have deeply shocked the local community and prompted a thorough police investigation.
According to court records, the events leading to Smith’s conviction began on June 27, 2019, when he invited a woman to his residence in St Neots, seemingly under the pretense of a friendly visit. The woman, believing the meeting to be casual and non-threatening, accepted the invitation. However, the situation took a disturbing turn when Smith attempted to initiate a romantic or sexual gesture by trying to kiss her. The woman clearly communicated her refusal, but Smith persisted despite her protests and efforts to remove herself from the situation. Ultimately, he committed a sexual assault, raping her during the encounter.
The investigation into Smith’s actions was conducted with the assistance of staff at The Elms Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), who played a crucial role in gathering evidence and supporting the case against him. The police also uncovered allegations dating back to 2017, suggesting that Smith had sexually assaulted a young girl in the Huntingdon area. Additionally, there was a separate incident in 2019 involving a woman, which further contributed to the case against him.
Throughout the legal proceedings, Smith maintained his innocence, denying all allegations during police interviews. Despite his denials, the evidence presented in court was compelling enough to secure a conviction after three separate trials. The jury found him guilty of multiple charges, including rape, sexual assault on a woman, and sexual assault on a girl under 13.
On September 27, at Cambridge Crown Court, Smith was handed a sentence of 11 years in prison for his crimes. The court also imposed strict post-release conditions to protect the victims and prevent further offenses. Upon his eventual release, Smith will be subject to a ten-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order, which restricts his behavior and contact with potential victims. Additionally, a ten-year restraining order will be in place to prevent any form of contact with the victims involved in the case, ensuring their safety and peace of mind in the years to come.
According to court records, the events leading to Smith’s conviction began on June 27, 2019, when he invited a woman to his residence in St Neots, seemingly under the pretense of a friendly visit. The woman, believing the meeting to be casual and non-threatening, accepted the invitation. However, the situation took a disturbing turn when Smith attempted to initiate a romantic or sexual gesture by trying to kiss her. The woman clearly communicated her refusal, but Smith persisted despite her protests and efforts to remove herself from the situation. Ultimately, he committed a sexual assault, raping her during the encounter.
The investigation into Smith’s actions was conducted with the assistance of staff at The Elms Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), who played a crucial role in gathering evidence and supporting the case against him. The police also uncovered allegations dating back to 2017, suggesting that Smith had sexually assaulted a young girl in the Huntingdon area. Additionally, there was a separate incident in 2019 involving a woman, which further contributed to the case against him.
Throughout the legal proceedings, Smith maintained his innocence, denying all allegations during police interviews. Despite his denials, the evidence presented in court was compelling enough to secure a conviction after three separate trials. The jury found him guilty of multiple charges, including rape, sexual assault on a woman, and sexual assault on a girl under 13.
On September 27, at Cambridge Crown Court, Smith was handed a sentence of 11 years in prison for his crimes. The court also imposed strict post-release conditions to protect the victims and prevent further offenses. Upon his eventual release, Smith will be subject to a ten-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order, which restricts his behavior and contact with potential victims. Additionally, a ten-year restraining order will be in place to prevent any form of contact with the victims involved in the case, ensuring their safety and peace of mind in the years to come.