Morecambe man jailed after raping 16-year-old at party
Jonathon Downie was charged in August last year
Last updated 29th Jan 2025
A man from Morecambe who seriously sexually assaulted a teenager at a party has been jailed for 5 years.
In August 2024, a 16-year-old alleged Jonathon Downie had attacked and raped her.
An investigation commenced, and Downie was arrested on suspicion of, and later charged with, rape and sexual assault.
Downie, 25, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to rape at Preston Crown Court and has today (29 January) been sentenced to five years in custody.
DC Charlie Brown said: “Downie’s victim has been incredibly brave, and has shown immeasurable strength, despite her young age.
“Downie is a predator, and his behaviour is perverted. I welcome the sentence handed down on him today.
“This sickening behaviour will never be tolerated in Lancashire. To any victims of a sexual offence, please come forward. We will listen to you, we will investigate, and we will do all we can to bring the person responsible to justice.”