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Woman, 70s, Fights Off Attacker; He Gets 12 Years
6 Oct
Summary
- A 25-year-old man received a 12-year sentence for his actions.
- The victim bravely fought off her attacker in Concord Park.
- The assault occurred on the morning of March 25th.
A 25-year-old man, Ali Askre, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for an attempted rape and grievous bodily harm attack on a woman in her 70s. The incident occurred in Concord Park, Sheffield, on the morning of March 25th. The victim displayed immense strength by bravely fighting off her assailant.
Following the assault, the seriously injured woman provided police with a detailed account. This crucial information enabled South Yorkshire Police to arrest Askre within hours. He confessed to a pre-meditated plan to attack a woman.
At Sheffield Crown Court, Askre pleaded guilty to attempted rape and causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He received a 12-year jail sentence and will also serve an additional eight years on licence after his release, acknowledging his dangerousness and the planned nature of his crime.
