Police praised his victim, saying ‘her courage cannot be underestimated’
John Twyman was sentenced to 13 years in prison(Image: Humberside Police)
A “dangerous” man who assaulted and raped a woman has been locked up. “Vicious” John Stanley Twyman, of no fixed abode in Hull, denied rape but was found guilty by a unanimous jury earlier this year. The 28-year-old was jailed for 13 years at Hull Crown Court last week.
A Humberside Police detective has praised Twyman’s victim, saying “her courage cannot be underestimated” for remaining on board during a “long and protracted investigation with many complexities”.
The investigation began when Humberside Police’s Force Control Room received a 999 call during which a woman reported she had been assaulted and raped, naming Twyman as the one responsible. Officers arrested Twyman on the same day on suspicion of offences including assault and rape.
He denied all allegations put to him when questioned and during interview, claiming he was the one being manipulated by the woman. He was charged the following day and remanded into custody to await trial.
Detective Constable Jan Baldwin, who led the investigation for the force’s Protecting Vulnerable People (PVP) Unit, said: “We wouldn’t be here today without the bravery and strength shown by the woman who took that first step to report the brutality she had been experiencing at the hands of Twyman.
“She is a credit to herself, and her courage cannot be underestimated because despite everything she has gone through, she has remained on board and was willing to give evidence throughout what has been a very long and protracted investigation with many complexities to enable us to stack up the evidence against Twyman.
“This result is also testament to the dedication and tenacity shown by all officers within our Protecting Vulnerable People Unit who are merciless in their pursuit of vicious men like Twyman.
“Twyman was unrelenting in his behaviour towards the woman and since he was first arrested and throughout the investigation, he has shown no remorse for the long-lasting impact his actions have and continue to have on her. I am reassured that this dangerous man is off our streets and will be for a very long time.”
Detective Constable Baldwin added: “If you have been affected by crimes of this nature, or have concerns about someone who has, when you are ready, please speak to someone you trust and report it to us via our non-emergency number 101. Always call 999 in an emergency or if you are in immediate danger.”
If you are in danger and cannot talk on the phone, call 999 and listen to the questions from the operator. If you can, cough or tap on the handset to reply. You can also press 55 on your handset to make yourself heard and this will transfer your call directly to the police.
There are also an abundance of support agencies and charities available who can provide independent specialist advice, guidance, and support. Head to Humberside Police’s website to find out more.
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