Middlesbrough rapist jailed for 11 years

A rapist who subjected women to horrendous attacks in their own homes has been jailed.

Rizwan Khan, of Middlesbrough, carried out the rapes on two women decades apart.

During one incident, the 40-year-old assaulted his victim and then demanded sex the next morning.

He also forcibly raped one of the women after she refused sex when he woke her up at 3am and on another occasion, the same victim woke to him performing oral sex on her and he refused to stop when the woman said no.

Khan was arrested and charged with the rapes, assault by penetration and a count of assaulting a child after he also slapped a girl across the face.

Khan denied all the charges and pleaded not guilty but after a trial, was found guilty and at Teesside Crown Court on Monday, was sentenced to 11 years and 9 months in prison.

During sentencing, the judge noted how Khan had a sense of “entitlement” and “hostility” towards women.

His three victims were also granted restraining orders against him whilst he was also made subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and will be on the Sex Offenders’ Register for life.

Investigative Officer, Leanne Hogg, who led the investigation, said: “Khan is a despicable man who showed a deep level of misogyny towards women and put his victims through hell.

“His victims showed true courage and bravery coming forward and we hope this sentence can give them some peace of mind now he is behind bars and they can start to rebuild their lives.”

To report a rape or sexual assault, call Durham Constabulary on 101, or dial 999 in an emergency.

If you’re more comfortable reporting online, you can visit our online reporting page here: Report rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences | Durham Constabulary

If you’re not ready to speak to police, there are other agencies who can help:

• The Meadows Sexual Assault Referral Centre provides free, confidential healthcare and compassionate support to people who have experienced rape or sexual assault. Call 0330 223 0099 or visit sarcdurham.co.uk
• The Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line is available 24/7 and provides support for anyone who has been affected by rape or sexual assault. Call 0808 500 2222 or visit 247sexualabusesupport.org.uk
• The Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre (RSACC) offers free, specialist support to anyone who has experienced any form of sexual violence at any time in their lives. Call 01325 354119, email [email protected] or visit rsacc-thecentre.org.uk