Death-threat rapist jailed for 18 years

A MAN has been jailed for 18 years after being found guilty of rape.

Bryan Austin Fairweather, formerly of Meadow Road, Netherfield, had a trial at Nottingham Crown Court last month.

He was found guilty of two counts of rape and one of sexual touching.

He was back in court yesterday for a judge to hand down his sentence.

During the trial, the jury was told he first raped the victim in 2008 and the other attacks occurred over a two-year period.

Fairweather also threatened to kill her and her family if she ever told anyone, the court heard.

He was arrested in October 2017 and denied all of the allegations when questioned by police.

As well as his jail term, Fairweather was given a sexual harm prevention order.

Detective Constable Dan Akehurst, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “The victim has shown immense courage and bravery in coming forward and reporting this to us.

“I’m really pleased with the result today and I hope it can act as some form of closure for the victim and her family.

He added: “No matter how much time has passed, we will always investigate any reports of sexual abuse fully and be there to support you throughout the investigation.”