A Nigerian national has been handed a prison sentence after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage girl while under the influence of alcohol. The disturbing incident left the young victim traumatised, with her emotional court statement revealing the profound impact of the attack.
'My Life Will Never Be the Same'
During sentencing, the brave teenager addressed her attacker directly, stating: "What you did has ruined my life. I'll never be the person I was before." The court heard harrowing details of how the intoxicated man preyed on his vulnerable victim.
Justice Served
The judge described the assault as "a gross violation of trust" and emphasised the lasting psychological damage inflicted on the young survivor. While the sentence brings some closure, the victim continues to receive specialist support to help her recover from the ordeal.
Warning to Others
This case serves as a stark reminder that:
- Alcohol is never an excuse for criminal behaviour
- Sexual violence has devastating, long-term consequences
- The justice system will hold perpetrators accountable
Authorities have urged other survivors of sexual violence to come forward, assuring them that support services and legal protections are available.
