A Bridlington Paedophile, Raymond Hanks, has been punished for sexually attacking a young woman asleep at a North Yorkshire coast holiday park.
Following a trial at York Crown Court in June, 24-year- Raymond Hanks from Bridlington, East Yorkshire, was found guilty of three counts of sexually touching a woman over sixteen.
The episode occurred several years ago while Hanks and the victim were employed at the holiday park.
Against the same victim and another young woman who said he had sexually assaulted her the week before while asleep in staff accommodation, Raymond Hanks was cleared of two more charges: attempted rape and rape.
On Thursday, July 18, Raymond Hanks was given a 12-month prison sentence at York Crown Court suspended for two years.
Hanks was also listed on the Register of Sex Offenders for ten years and subjected to a ten-year restraining order against the victim.
“There are no winners in this case,” stated Specialist Police Staff Investigator Doug Stanway, whose investigation and following trial have impacted many young lives.
“The victim was seeking a better future for herself on the East Coast and was enticed to work at the holiday resort right at the start of her adult working life.
Six weeks later, when Raymond Hanks assaulted her, this fantasy was destroyed. She then quit her work and came home.
“She has shown incredible tenacity by presenting live evidence to the court amid her attacker’s presence.
“I want her to be able to start reconstructing her life. I wish her only the best for the future.
Always phone 999 for an emergency response if you or someone you know are in imminent danger. North Yorkshire Police should be contacted on 101, option 4, to report a sexual offence. Speak with the Force Control Room.
The NSPCC Helpline can be contacted by anyone worried about a child for 0808 800 5000 guidance. Adult non-recent sexual abuse victims can also get in touch for help.
The Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is accessible to victims who would instead not go straight to the police and are not in immediate danger; Childline is accessible to young people on 0800 1111 or online childline.org.uk. Call Bridge House, the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) in North Yorkshire, 0330 223 0362; email bridgehouse.sarc@nhs.net or visit www.bridgehousesarc.org/.
Additionally, phone 01609 643100 or visit www.supportingvictories.org to contact the Supporting Victims in North Yorkshire.
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.