A man described as "despicable" has been jailed for 18 years after violently attacking and raping a woman in Chirk, leaving her with injuries a doctor said were the worst they had ever seen.
Jordan Jones, 26, of South View, Chirk, dragged his victim to the floor, threatened to kill her, and raped her. The attack left her with devastating internal injuries and emotional distress.
Attack in Chirk
In February, police received a report of a woman in distress in the Chirk area, in Wrexham County Borough. Jones had attacked and strangled the victim. When she tried to get away, he dragged her to the floor, threatened to kill her, and violently raped her.
He told her, "I will show you what a rapist can do", as he caused her devastating internal injuries. Jones had already threatened to kill the victim earlier the same evening.
Police found Jones in a car nearby shortly after they arrived and he was arrested.
Sentencing at Mold Crown Court
Jones admitted nine offences including four counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, threats to kill, intentional strangulation and assault.
He was sentenced at Mold Crown Court on Monday, October 5, where he was jailed for 18 years, with an extended licence period of five years. Judge Simon Mills said Jones would also be added to the sex offenders register indefinitely and a restraining order was put in place to protect the victim for life.
Police response
Investigating officer, Detective Constable James Grimwood said: "This was a sustained attack by a truly despicable offender who inflicted brutal violence on the victim, leaving her with devastating physical injuries and emotional distress – for which he has shown no remorse."
"She has undergone trauma that no one should ever face and it is testament to her extraordinary courage that Jones will rightly serve a considerable amount of time in prison, where he can cause no further harm."
"I hope this outcome provides some measure of reassurance and closure, as she continues her recovery."
"I would also like to thank the heroic response by uniformed colleagues on the night, who were quick to attend and safeguard the victim, whilst other colleagues were able to apprehend the defendant without delay."
"Tackling violence against women and girls remains a foremost priority for North Wales Police. We are committed to identifying perpetrators, pursuing justice, and ensuring that victims receive the protection and support they need."
"We will continue to work tirelessly to keep our communities safe."
