In 2015, the Offender Database recorded that then 38-year-old Jason Croker—previously of Felixstowe and Redditch—was jailed for nine years for a “calculated and violent” attempted rape. The investigation established that in May 2013, Croker lured his victim from the Ipswich area under the false pretext of helping him move property to the Midlands. The prosecution reported at Warwick Crown Court that Croker drove the woman to a country lane near Claverdon, where he carried out a brutal assault.
The investigation established that when the victim resisted and punched Croker in the head, he overpowered and throttled her. The prosecution reported that Croker grabbed the woman by the throat with such force that she blacked out. While she was unconscious, Croker dumped her in a field and drove away, leaving her to regain consciousness alone before she managed to flag down a motorist for help. During police interviews, Croker denied the assault, claiming he had dropped the woman off unharmed.
CONVICTION AND 2026 UPDATE
The court reported that Croker’s actions were predatory and demonstrated a complete disregard for the life of his victim. The investigation established that a jury rejected his claims of innocence and convicted him of attempted rape and sexual assault. The prosecution reported that the nine-year sentence reflected the severity of the violence used, including the throttling of the victim until she lost consciousness.
Judge-led proceedings at Warwick Crown Court concluded on 30 March 2015. For his actions and the nature of the serial sexual violence reported, Jason Croker was sentenced to nine years in prison. The investigation established that he was also legally mandated to sign the Sex Offenders Register for life. As of the 2026 update, it is reported that Croker has changed his name to Jayde Palmer, has declared a transgender identity, and currently resides near Braintree.
STATUS AND STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS
Based on the judicial records and 2026 tracking:
- Legal Status: CONVICTED (Attempted rape; Sexual assault).
- Custodial Status: RELEASED ON LICENCE (In 2026, living in the community after serving his custodial term).
- Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements are active FOR LIFE.
- Identity Status: Reported to have changed name to Jayde Palmer and transitioned to female.
- DBS Status: Placed on the Barred List (Indefinite and permanent ban from any role involving children or regulated activity).
- Judicial Oversight: Sentenced at Warwick Crown Court; monitored by Essex Police and Warwickshire Police.
- Criminal Record: Lured a victim under false pretences; Overpowered and throttled a woman until she blacked out; Dumped an unconscious victim in a field; Jailed for 9 years in 2015.
- Origin: Felixstowe, Suffolk (Currently residing near Braintree, Essex).
MONITORING AND PUBLIC PROTECTION
Croker (now Palmer) is managed as a high-risk offender under the statutory requirements of the Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) in Essex. Due to the nature of the behaviour—specifically the use of strangulation and the “serial” deception used to lure the victim to a secluded location—the offender is a priority for intensive police supervision. Authorities reported that the 2015 conviction ensures this individual is permanently flagged on national databases, meaning any attempt to hold a position of trust or interact with vulnerable persons in Braintree, Felixstowe, or elsewhere is strictly blocked regardless of any change in name or gender identity.
As a registered sex offender for life, the offender’s details are permanently logged on the national police database under both the birth name and the current alias. Authorities state that Croker’s behaviour identified an individual who prioritised his own perverted gratification over the safety and human rights of his victim. Any failure to adhere to notification requirements or restrictive court orders will result in immediate police intervention to ensure the ongoing protection of the community from an individual who has violated the principles of human decency through a violent attempted rape and assault.
QUESTION – Given that the offender “Changed his Name and Declared a Transgender Identity” after being released for attempted rape, do you believe the law should legally mandate that the original birth name and “Previous Male Identity” must be prominently disclosed on all public records and future job applications for the rest of their life?
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