A would-be rapist who sexually assaulted a 16 year old girl at his Redruth home has been jailed for 14 years at Truro Crown Court.

Stephen Webb, 35, of Appin Gardens, was convicted of attempting to rape the teenager on February 9 last year, with his sentence to begin immediately.

Detective Constable Yvan Clarke, of the sexual offences and domestic abuse investigation team (SODAIT), said: “The sentencing today of Stephen Webb represents a triumph for justice. He preyed on a vulnerable child, plied her with alcohol and then sexually assaulted her and attempted to rape her when she was unconscious.

“He lied to police throughout the investigation process and has shown no remorse, for this wicked, predatory crime. The young victim has been put through the ordeal of giving evidence and waiting for justice to take its course.

“I would like to thank all the witnesses and professionals involved in this case, which is a great example of the community and authorities working together to safeguard our neighbourhoods. We, as a police service, hope this positive outcome gives victims even more confidence to report sexual abuse that they have suffered.”