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Drug Dealer Jailed for 22 Years After Raping Teen
24 Aug
Summary
- Dealer received 22 years and six months for rape and drug supply.
- He sent victim threatening and degrading messages.
- Police found cocaine worth £1,000 during searches.
A predatory drug dealer has been sentenced to over 22 years in prison for the rape and exploitation of a teenage girl. James Conroy, 43, was found guilty of a range of serious charges including rape and supplying cocaine.
Conroy's downfall began when police received allegations of grooming. During searches in Ely, Cambridgeshire, officers discovered cocaine valued at around £1,000 and evidence of drug use. He was initially bailed but subsequently raped the victim.
Further investigation revealed Conroy sent the girl threatening and degrading messages, even after being warned not to contact minors. Police ultimately arrested him in his car, where they found 12 bags of cocaine, a mobile phone, and cash. He has been placed on the sex offenders register.
