PERRY MARSH FROM KIDDERMINSTER SENTENCED TO OVER TEN YEARS IN PRISON IN TELFORD

A 33-year-old man from Avon Road, Kidderminster, has been sentenced to 10 and a half years in prison after being found guilty of raping a victim in Telford in August 2021. Perry Marsh was convicted on January 31, 2022, and the court handed down his sentence on October 4 at Shrewsbury Crown Court. Alongside his prison term, Marsh was granted a 15-year restraining order. Sergeant Alexandra Webb commented, "I hope Marsh’s sentence sends a clear and strong message that we can and do take all reports of rape seriously and will work tirelessly to secure charges against those responsible." She also praised the victim for their bravery, saying, "Reporting crimes like these can take a lot of courage, and I would like to commend the victim in this case on the immense strength they showed in coming forward to police, and throughout the trial." The article highlights the importance of victim support and provides contact details for the Victim Advice Line.