RUNAKL DELECIA GUILTY OF RAPE IN BRISTOL CITY CENTRE

In a significant legal development, Runakl Delecia, a 45-year-old man from Bristol, has been convicted of raping a 17-year-old girl in Southampton city centre during 2023. The conviction was handed down after a six-day trial at Southampton Crown Court, which concluded on Monday, March 3rd.

The case centered around an incident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday, April 9th, 2023. The victim, who was 17 at the time and is now 19, was approached by Delecia in the bustling Carlton Place area of Southampton’s city centre around 1:30 a.m. It was during this encounter that the assault took place, leading to serious criminal charges against Delecia.

Following the assault, police responded swiftly to reports from the scene. Through diligent investigation, including the review of CCTV footage and inquiries with local clubs and establishments in the area, authorities were able to identify Delecia as the suspect. His identification was confirmed through surveillance footage, which played a crucial role in the case.

Delecia was subsequently arrested and charged with the offence of rape. Throughout the legal proceedings, he maintained a stance of denial, pleading not guilty to the charges. Despite his denial, the jury at Southampton Crown Court found him guilty after deliberating on the evidence presented during the trial.

The court has scheduled a sentencing hearing for Delecia at a later date, where he will face the consequences of his actions. The case has garnered significant attention due to the serious nature of the offence and the fact that the incident took place in a prominent city centre location. The authorities and community await the upcoming sentencing, which will determine the final legal outcome for Delecia.