RICHARD CORNEY OF RUSKINGTON SENTENCED TO 15 YEARS FOR RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT IN LINCOLN

In a case that has shocked the community of Ruskington and the surrounding Lincoln area, Richard Corney, a 51-year-old man from Cornwell Way, was found guilty of multiple serious sexual offenses. The incident came to light during a court session at Lincoln Crown Court on Thursday, April 4, where jurors swiftly reached a verdict after just 45 minutes of deliberation.

Corney faced four counts of rape, along with two charges each of indecent assault and indecency with a child. The evidence presented in court painted a disturbing picture of his actions, which spanned over a period when the victim was between 13 and 15 years old. It was revealed that Corney had not only assaulted the girl on multiple occasions but had also taken the disturbing step of filming these acts using a video camera, indicating premeditation and a calculated intent to commit these crimes.

During the proceedings, the defense attempted to portray Corney as a family-oriented man, emphasizing his long-standing employment at a local bakery where he had worked for over two decades. However, witnesses and the prosecution painted a starkly different picture, highlighting the severity and repeated nature of his offenses.

The victim, who has chosen to remain anonymous for legal reasons, expressed her feelings about the case and the verdict. She stated, “It has never been about how long he got in jail, I just wanted to be believed.” She also shared the emotional toll the ordeal had taken on her, revealing that she had struggled with mental health issues for many years, including periods of self-harm. The relief she felt upon hearing the guilty verdict was palpable, as she described it as a “huge weight removed” from her shoulders.

Corney was sentenced to a substantial 15-year prison term and will be registered on the sex offenders register for life, reflecting the gravity of his crimes. The court's decision underscores the seriousness with which such offenses are treated and serves as a reminder of the importance of justice for victims of sexual abuse. The community of Ruskington and Lincoln can only hope that this verdict brings some measure of closure to those affected by Corney’s actions.