DARREN HOUSE SENTENCED FOR RAPE IN GOSPORT: 13 YEARS BEHIND BARS

A man from Gosport has been convicted and sentenced for a serious sexual assault that has left a lasting impact on his victim. Darren House, a resident of Whiteacres Close in Gosport, was brought before Portsmouth Crown Court where he faced justice for his actions.

On the day of sentencing, it was revealed that House, aged 46, was charged with one count of rape and another of assault by penetration. These charges stemmed from an incident that took place in Gosport on the 3rd of May, 2023. The case drew significant attention due to the nature of the crimes and the emotional testimony provided by the victim.

The woman, who was in her 40s at the time, chose to have her statement read aloud in court. Her words conveyed the profound trauma she continues to endure. She expressed, “I literally think about this incident most days. It makes me feel sick when I think about it. When I think about it, I get upset, I cry and shake. Even now. I feel humiliated and degraded by him. I have to live with this for the rest of my life.”

After considering the evidence and the impact on the victim, the court sentenced Darren House to a term of 13 years in prison. The sentence reflects the gravity of the crime and the court’s recognition of the lasting harm caused to the victim. The case underscores the ongoing issues of sexual violence and the importance of justice for survivors in the Gosport area.