Simon Spence KC secures convictions in attempted rape case

Simon Spence KC has secured convictions for attempted rape and attempted sexual assault by penetration.

The case involved the defendant meeting women in nightclubs with invitations back to where they were staying. Sleeping arrangements were meant to be in different parts of the same room but the defendant then proceeded to sexually assault the two victims whilst they were asleep.

The first incident took place in London in April 2018 with the second incident taking place in Cambridge in October 2019. Convictions were secured for attempted rape and attempted sexual assault by penetration.

He was sentenced to 10 years in jail on Friday 26 May after a 7-day trial at Peterborough Crown Court.

Simon Spence KC prosecutes and defends criminal cases across East Anglia and London. He specialises in sensitive and difficult sexual offences with a particular emphasis on child and vulnerable witnesses. Read more: [Simon Spence KC Profile]

Simon Spence KC was instructed by East of England Crown Prosecution Service.