Stowmarket – Man jailed for sexual assault
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A man has been jailed for over two years following a sexual assault in Stowmarket earlier this year.
Constantin Tulba, aged 34, of Edgecomb Road, Stowmarket, appeared before Ipswich Crown Court today, Monday 21 August, where he was sentenced to 30 months’ imprisonment. He had previously pleaded guilty to a charge of sexual assault at a previous hearing on 5 July.
The incident took place at approximately 1.15am on Sunday 4 June.
The victim, a woman aged in her early 20s, had been walking away from Stowmarket town centre towards Combs Ford. She was on Ipswich Road, when she became aware of a man walking close behind her.
The man grabbed hold of her, before sexually assaulting her. The woman resisted and escaped to an approaching car and the suspect ran away. The male who was driving the car that disturbed Tulba then drove the victim to a nearby police vehicle that was on patrol.
Officers conducted enquiries following the incident and the following day Monday 5 June, Tulba was arrested and subsequently charged. Police enquiries at Tulba’s property found the clothing which matched the description that Tulba was wearing on the evening of the assault, and forensics linked him to the assault.
Detective Sergeant Naomi Harger said: “This would have been an extremely concerning and frightening assault for the victim and I praise her for the courage and strength she has shown.
“I am extremely pleased to see Tulba behind bars after being handed this sentence, and hope this reassures the local community. However, it will be of little comfort I am sure for the victim who showed immense courage in speaking to police about the terrible ordeal she experienced. No prison term will ever make up for the trauma she suffered.
“I’d also like to thank the members of public who came forward as witnesses and who provided CCTV or dash cam footage for the case. This evidence is always really valuable in securing convictions.
"Anyone who is a victim of any sexual offence can be reassured that they can and should come forward and contact us. All complaints are taken seriously and we continue to work with partner agencies to provide victims with appropriate support whilst conducting a robust and thorough investigation.”
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Officers investigating an allegation of sexual assault occurring in Stowmarket at the weekend have charged a man in connection with the incident.
The offence took place at approximately 1.15am on Sunday 4 June in Ipswich Road.
The victim had been walking away from Stowmarket town centre towards Combs Ford through Lockington Road, when she became aware of a man walking close behind her.
The man walked past her and then turned around and grabbed hold of her, before assaulting her. An approaching car then disturbed the assailant and he ran away.
On Monday 5 June, a 34-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident and taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre for questioning.
Constantin Tulba, of Edgecomb Road, Stowmarket has subsequently been charged with sexual assault.
He was remanded in custody and appeared before Ipswich Magistrates’ Court yesterday, Wednesday 7 June, where he was subsequently remanded for a further hearing at Ipswich Crown Court on Wednesday 5 July.
Police investigating a sexual assault that occurred in Stowmarket at the weekend have made an arrest in connection with the attack.
The incident took place at approximately 1.15am on Sunday 4 June in Ipswich Road.
The victim had been walking away from Stowmarket town centre towards Combs Ford through Lockington Road, when she became aware of a man walking close behind her.
The man walked past her and then turned around and grabbed hold of her, before sexually assaulting her. An approaching car then disturbed the attack and the suspect ran away.
Officers have been conducting numerous enquiries since the incident took place and yesterday evening, Monday 5 June, a 34-year-old man from Stowmarket was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.
He was taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre, where he currently remains for questioning.
Additional patrols have been taking place in the town and detectives are continuing to urge any potential witnesses to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the West Safeguarding Investigation Unit in Bury St Edmunds, quoting reference: 32090/23.
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Police are appealing for witnesses following a sexual assault against a woman in Stowmarket.
The incident took place on Ipswich Road in the early hours of this morning, Sunday 4 June, at around 1.15am.
The victim had been walking away from Stowmarket town centre towards Combs Ford through Lockington Road when she was accosted by an unknown male on Ipswich Road where the suspect reportedly sexually assaulted the victim before fleeing the scene.
Enquiries into the full circumstances of the incident continue and officers are reviewing available CCTV footage from the area to assist.
The victim is being supported by specially trained officers.
Local officers are conducting patrols in the area and anyone with any concerns are encouraged to speak with them.
Officers investigating the assault are particularly keen to speak with anyone who witnessed the incident or who was in the location at the time and saw or heard anything suspicious.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or knows something which could assist the investigation should contact Suffolk Police, quoting crime number 37/32090/23
Website – http://www.suffolk.police.uk/contact-us/existing-report-update
Crimestoppers – Contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Phone – Call 101
Please note in the event of an emergency you should always call 999
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