Bradford-on-Avon man's conviction appeal rejected as he begins prison sentence for Bristol rapes
Oliver Mullen was convicted in 2024 and then appealed that and his sentence, which was thrown out by The Royal Courts of Justice
Last updated 11th Feb 2026
A Bradford-on-Avon man will serve a 14-year prison sentence after his appeal to overturn his conviction and sentencing for rapes in Bristol was rejected.
38-year-old Oliver Mullen was convicted in October 2024 at Bristol Crown Court after a jury unanimously found him guilty of raping two women.
He was sentenced to 14 years in prison, with an additional four years on extended licence, and has been added to the Sex Offenders’ Register for life.
The Royal Courts of Justice then heard Mullen's appeal on Wednesday 28th January, which was dismissed, further cementing his conviction and sentencing.
During the trial, it was revealed that Mullen raped a woman who could not consent in Bristol on 21st May 2021.
Additionally, he had raped another woman in Bath on 10th April 2016.
A victim shared her experience during Mullen's sentencing, expressing the emotional impact of the crimes: “Daily, I feel fear, shame, anger, isolation, and distrust. He watched me struggle to breathe and then he raped me. Today, I can breathe again."
Detective Constable Lee Townsend commented on the conclusion of the appeal process, stating that Mullen's repeated refusal to take responsibility exacerbated his victims' suffering.
Townsend highlighted the courage and strength shown by both women throughout the investigation and court proceedings, hoping that the outcome provides closure and justice.