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News: Latest - distributed around Yorkshire April 14, 2017 10:54:26 AM
A 48-year-old man is today (Wednesday 12 April) beginning a 24-year sentence behind bars for raping a vulnerable woman.
Ferdos Rabani (pictured right), who is also known as Joshua Abdul, was found guilty of one count of rape in November 2016 following a short trial. He was back in Sheffield Crown Court today for sentencing where he was jailed for 24 years.
The court heard how Rabani, of HMP Marshgate but formerly of Sheffield, approached the victim, a 34-year-old woman, in Sheffield city centre in April last year, offering her a lift home.
Once inside his car, Rabani offered her cigarettes, believed to have been drugged, to make her drowsy. He then drove her to a remote area outside of the city and raped her.
PC Jess Hawley, the investigating officer, said: “Rabani could clearly see that the victim was vulnerable. He preyed on her and took advantage of her, leaving her incredibly traumatised by what happened.
“Several weeks after the incident, the brave woman came forward to report what had happened and I’d like to commend her for the strength and courage she has shown throughout the entire investigation and court process.”
T/Detective Inspector Richard Wallis from the Safeguarding Adults Team, added: “I hope this case serves as another example of our dedication and commitment to protecting vulnerable people and our relentless efforts to achieve justice for victims of sexual violence and abuse.
“Today, an incredibly dangerous man has been removed from the streets of Sheffield as a result of the bravery and resilience shown by the victim, coupled with the determination of the investigating officers.
“I hope that Rabani’s conviction and lengthy sentence provides reassurance to victims of sexual violence that all reports made to us will be treated extremely seriously and always investigation thoroughly.
“I also hope that knowing Rabani is behind bars where he belongs can help the victim to continue moving forward with her life.”
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