Boy jailed for Worcester rape

A 16-year-old boy has been jailed for 5 years and 3 months for the rape of a teenage girl in Worcester last year.

He was handed the sentence at Worcester Crown Court today (Wednesday 22 April), after previously pleading guilty to one count of rape and one count of sexual assault by penetration.

He was sentenced to a further two and a half years for the sexual assault, which will run concurrently with the rape sentence. He will also be placed on the Sex Offenders’ Register for life.

The rape took place in Cripplegate Park in Worcester at around 2am on Sunday 10 August 2025. The boy was 15 at the time.

He was identified through CCTV enquiries, which showed him following the victim, a 17-year-old girl, over Worcester bridge and into the park.

He was arrested within hours of the incident and charged two days later.

Detective Inspector Sharon Wallace-Rathmell, who led the investigation, said: “This was an incredibly traumatic experience for the victim, and one which also shocked the local community.

“I’m pleased that the boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons due to his age, will be detained for a significant period of time and won’t be able to cause further harm.

“We take all reports of rape and sexual assault incredibly seriously, and I’d like to commend the victim for having the courage to report the incident to us so quickly.

“I hope today’s outcome shows that we will do everything we can to can to ensure those who commit these abhorrent crimes are brought to justice.”