Hi Resident,

Brandon Smith has been jailed for more than 12 years after raping a woman in Hyde.
He was sentenced to 12-and-a-half years at Bolton Crown Court on Wednesday 30 April 2025 for raping and sexually assaulting a woman in July 2024. Smith will then serve three years on extended licence.
The full story can be read at Man jailed for more than 12 years after raping woman in Hyde | Greater Manchester Police

If you or someone you know has been raped or sexually assaulted, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police, or a support agency so you can get the help and support available.

- Saint Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester. They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.

- Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives. Call on 0161 273 4500 or email help@manchesterrapecrisis.co.uk

- Survivors Manchester provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182.

Regards,

The Hyde Godley Team.