Thomas Mulroy, a Chatham Rapist, has received a life sentence after perpetrating a horrific assault on a victim. On 27 March 2021, Thomas Mulroy was at his residence with a woman when he abruptly assaulted and subsequently raped her.
The woman attempted to contact a friend via her phone to solicit assistance; however, Thomas Mulroy incapacitated the device and obstructed her exit from the premises.
The victim later escaped and immediately attended Medway police station to report her ordeal.
Thomas Mulroy, of New Road, Chatham, was arrested in the early hours of 28 March. He was charged with two counts of rape, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and criminal damage.
At Maidstone Crown Court, Thomas Mulroy was convicted of the rapes following a trial, having previously pleaded guilty to the other indictments.
The 56-year-old, Thomas Mulroy, was sentenced on Friday, 27 September 2024. He will have to serve at least nine years and three months, at which point a risk assessment will be completed as to whether he can be considered for parole.
Detective Constable Jane Lowe said:
‘The victim in this case has shown exceptional courage throughout proceedings whilst assisting us in bringing this abhorrent criminal to justice. The judge also commended her bravery.
‘She was subjected to an appalling attack by a depraved and dangerous predator, and our officers have been committed to providing her with the best possible support.
‘Despite the irrefutable evidence against him, Thomas Mulroy chose to put the victim through the further ordeal of a trial, and I am pleased he has now received a substantial prison sentence. I sincerely hope the victim can achieve some closure now this criminal is safely behind bars.’
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