Man jailed for nine years for sex offences

A man has been sentenced to nine years’ imprisonment for serious sexual offences.

Nicholas Ryan, aged 33 and of Defoe Road in Ipswich, appeared at Ipswich Crown Court for sentencing on Friday 15 March after previously pleading not guilty to two counts of rape and two counts of attempted rape of a woman.

He was convicted of all four counts on 11 January, following a four-day trial.

He has been sentenced to nine years and six months’ imprisonment, with an additional five years extended licence.

The offences occurred over a one-year period and involved one victim.

Detective Constable Abygail McEvoy, who led the investigation, said: “The victim has shown incredible courage and strength throughout the court process.

“I would like to commend her bravery in coming forward and would encourage anyone else who is a victim of sexual abuse or sexual violence to report it to police and seek support from the agencies available.”

If you have been a victim of sexual abuse or sexual violence, please report it to police via the online reporting tool at: https://www.suffolk.police.uk/ro/report/rsa/alpha-v1/v1/rape-sexual-assault-other-sexual-offences/

Further information, support and advice:

The Ferns – Suffolk Sexual Assault Referral Centre – https://www.theferns-suffolk.org.uk

Survivors in Transition - Specialist support in Suffolk for female and male survivors of childhood sexual abuse, violence and exploitation - www.survivorsintransition.co.uk

Suffolk Rape Crisis - Support service open to females aged 14 or above who needs support following a rape or sexual assault – www.suffolkrapecrisis.org.uk

Brave Futures - https://bravefutures.org - a therapeutic service for children and young people up to 21 years who have reported being sexually abused and to offer support for their families.