Man jailed for raping teenage girl

Man jailed for raping teenage girl

A 39-year-old man has been jailed for the rape of a teenage girl.

Razul Magdalaga, of High Street in Leiston, appeared at Ipswich Crown Court on Tuesday 10 November where he was sentenced to a total of eight years’ and six months imprisonment.

He had admitted to the charge or rape and sexual assault at a previous hearing.

The sentencing follows an incident which occurred at Magdalaga’s house, after he invited the victim – who was known to him – for a meal with him and another person.

The victim, who was aged in her mid-teens at the time of the incident, was encouraged to stay the night in the spare room. It was there that Magdalaga proceeded to rape her.

The victim contacted a friend and was collected from the address in the early hours of the next morning, when she reported the incident first to friends and family.

In addition to his sentence, Magdalaga was ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register indefinitely.

DC Stephanie White from the Safeguarding and Investigations Unit, who was the officer in charge of the case, said: “Magdalaga took advantage of a young girl, who was more than half his age at the time of the offence.

“He deliberately tried to gain her trust by inviting her to socialise at his house but continued to provide her with alcohol before taking advantage of her.

“This demonstrates clear predatory behaviour towards a vulnerable teenage girl, and I would like to commend the victim’s bravery in coming forward and supporting this prosecution.

“Suffolk Constabulary is committed to supporting victims of sexual assault and bringing offenders to justice.”

If you or someone you know has been a victim of rape or sexual assault, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police. 

Suffolk Survivor Pathway is a single access point for multi-agency support for victims of sexual violence. It includes six specialist services that work together to co-ordinate care and support.  Home | Suffolk Survivor Pathway

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