In a distressing case that highlights both the severity of sexual crimes and the importance of survivors’ testimonies in achieving justice, a man was recently sentenced for the rape of an unconscious woman in Pinner, Harrow. Michael Wynter, 34, of Lambeth, has been convicted and faces a seven year prison term following his actions.
Wynter, who was previously listed on the sex offenders register for sexually assaulting a child between 2002 and 2003, was handed a lengthy sentence earlier this week after a trial that brought to light the harrowing details of his crime. The incident occurred in Pinner, where he sexually assaulted a woman who was unable to consent due to her unconscious state.
The Metropolitan Police gathered evidence from his and the victim’s phones, and spoke to a witness the woman had confided in throughout her ordeal, a move that eventually led to Wynter’s arrest and conviction.
Detective Constable Adam Conibeere, who led the investigation, said:
Wynter is an extreme sexual deviant who raped a woman while she was asleep or unconscious.
I would like to praise the victim-survivor who handled the entire investigation and court process courageously and I can only hope this outcome will help to provide some comfort and bring the closure she deserves as she tries to move on with her life.
She showed incredible strength and heroism in coming forward to report the matter after lengthy consideration, due to the fact she did not want anyone else to suffer at the hands of Wynter.
Tackling violence against women and girls is a key priority for the Met. We will continue to do all we can to remove predatory offenders from the streets of London while supporting the complainants and helping them through every stage.”
The police said he would now remain on the Sex Offenders Register for life.
