A ‘deviant rapist’ Glen Young from Grimsby who exploited an acquaintance by assaulting her in her residence and subsequently taking her pocketbook has been sentenced to eight years in prison, received a restraining order, and will be placed on the sex offenders register for life.
Glen Young, a 21-year-old without a permanent residence, pleaded guilty to rape at Grimsby Crown Court on Friday, 27 September 2024.
On Monday, August 15, a woman was prepared to walk home after an evening with friends in Grimsby Town Centre when she encountered Young, whom she recognised from common acquaintances.
Glen Young proposed to escort her home securely, and as they neared her residence, she entrusted him with her keys to facilitate entry.
Upon entering, Young exploited her trust and assaulted her sexually.
Detective Constable Nichola Oakley, leading the investigation from our Protecting Vulnerable People Unit said: “Glen Young is a deviant rapist who abused the trust of someone who knew him, taking advantage of her in her own home, before leaving with her purse.
“Your home is somewhere we are supposed to feel safe, and this opportunistic individual used this to inflict pain and trauma on a vulnerable woman.
“Coming forward is not easy, and I’d like to commend the victim for her bravery in immediately telling her friend, and then reporting it to the police – this ordeal with undoubtedly stay with her for the rest of her life, and it is because of her sheer courage that Young is now behind bars.
“We take all reports of rape and other sexual offences extremely seriously and we will continue to seek justice for those who have suffered at the hands of exploitative predators.
“Our specialist trained officers work closely with partnering agencies across the region to support victims and survivors, as well as working hard to prevent further incidents by putting perpetrators before the courts.
“When you are ready, we encourage you to tell someone. Tell a trusted adult or friend, reach out to specialist support agencies, and tell us. We will always do everything we can to hold those accountable for such vile crimes.
“Anyone who suspects crimes of this nature are taking place, please report it to us via our non-emergency number 101. Always call 999 in an emergency.”
Jamie is another brave survivor who has waived her right to legal anonymity to tell her story and encourage other victims of recent and non-recent sexual offences to come forward and tell someone. Watch Jamie’s video, here (https://www.humberside.police.uk/police-forces/humberside-police/areas/campaigns/campaigns/tell-someone/)
If you or anyone you know have been affected by the people highlighted in this article, then please report those individuals to the Police on 101 (999 if an emergency) or visit their online resources for further details of the options for reporting a crime. You can also make a report at Crimestoppers should you wish to be completely anonymous. There is help available on our support links page.