Ryan Williams (Image: North Wales Police)
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A 37-year-old man from Corwen has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after being convicted of attempting to rape a young girl in Wrexham.
The conviction
Ryan Williams, of Hendre, Corwen, stood trial at Caernarfon Crown Court in January, where he was found guilty of the offence. He returned to the same court on Friday 6 March for sentencing.
The sentence
Williams was handed an 11-year custodial sentence along with a four-year extended licence period. The court also imposed a 25-year sexual harm prevention order and notification requirements for life. A lifetime restraining order was put in place to protect the victim.
‘He showed no remorse’
Detective Sergeant Keegans said: “At the centre of this case is a young girl and I commend her for her courage in reporting Williams to police, which has resulted in his conviction and no doubt protected other children from harm.
“Williams shown no remorse for his offending and instead, forced the victim to relive their trauma through a trial.
“I hope this case will encourage others who have been subject to sexual abuse to come forward and be reassured their evidence will be heard, whilst serving as a reminder to any sexual offender that they will face the consequences of their actions – no matter how and when sexual abuse occurred.
“Tackling violence against women and girls remains a foremost priority for North Wales Police.”
