ROSS GEE SENTENCED IN NORTHFLEET FOR RAPE AND ASSAULT AT MAIDSTONE CROWN COURT

Ross Gee, a resident of Tyler Close in Northfleet, has been handed down an 11-year prison sentence following his conviction for serious sexual offenses. The verdict was delivered at Maidstone Crown Court, where a jury found Gee guilty of two counts of rape and one count of assault. The court proceedings revealed disturbing details about the nature of the crimes and the manner in which Gee exerted control over his victim.

During the sentencing phase, the presiding judge, Judge David Griffith-Jones QC, did not hold back in describing the brutal tactics employed by Gee. The judge emphasized how Gee 'dominated, intimidated, and humiliated' the woman involved, using a knife as a tool of coercion to instill fear and submission. The court heard that Gee held a knife to the victim’s cheek, a move that left her terrified and helpless. The victim, in an attempt to de-escalate the situation, tried to placate Gee, but her efforts were futile. Instead, she was subjected to further assault, which included being forced to perform a sexual act and ultimately being raped. The judge remarked on her feelings of powerlessness, stating, 'She felt powerless to resist,' highlighting the severity of her trauma.

Following the incident, authorities responded swiftly. When police arrived at Gee’s residence to arrest him, they found him in a precarious and unstable state. During questioning, Gee claimed that the woman had initiated the sexual encounter, a statement that was contradicted by the evidence presented during the trial. Despite the clear evidence against him, Gee maintained a stance of denial, refusing to accept responsibility for his actions. A probation report further painted a troubling picture of Gee’s character, indicating a lack of empathy and a continued rejection of accountability for his crimes.

As part of his sentence, Gee’s name will be permanently added to the sex offenders' register, and he is explicitly barred from working with children or vulnerable adults. The police force underscored the importance of the victim’s bravery in coming forward to report the assault, praising her courage and resilience. They reaffirmed their commitment to thoroughly investigating and prosecuting such grave allegations, emphasizing that justice is paramount in cases of sexual violence.