Laurence Rafter, a 43-year-old driver, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for taking off his condom during intercourse with his partner’s approval.
According to reports, the driver met his partner through a dating app in July 2021, identifying himself as a man called “Jay Lincoln”.
When the driver arrived at her Islington home, the woman insisted on using a condom during their sexual encounters.
However, during the act, he removed the condom without the consent of the lady.
After he left, he told the lady he was HIV positive, which was later revealed to be a lie.
The driver who was on the run was reportedly set up a false address and bank statement and a pre-paid mobile to avoid the police.
He also lied that he lived in a multi-million pound house, but in reality was living in a flat.
The jury of the court found him guilty of rape in October, and he also pleaded guilty to harassing the victim.
Following Rafter’s sentencing, Detective Chief Inspector Paul Ridley said: “I would like to commend this survivor for the bravery she demonstrated in this case and the evidence she provided.
“The robust sentence delivered by the judge demonstrates the significant dangerousness that this man poses to women.
The investigation team carried out an expansive, diligent, and relentless investigation to identify Rafter and secured the evidence to bring him to justice,e ensuring that the victim was supported throughout.
Rafter is a predatory offender who exploited social media to facilitate his violent and abusive behaviour.
“He devised a fictitious profile posing as a wealthy businessman with multiple businesses around the world in a calculated campaign to violate, threaten and harm the women he met.”
Published by Ejoh Caleb
