Man jailed for 9 years for multiple counts of rape against woman
Nicholas Peel, 55, was found guilty of raping his victim four times
Last updated 13th Apr 2026
A man has been jailed for nine years after raping a woman multiple times.
Nicholas Peel, 55, formerly of Marlborough and but now living in Rochford, Essex, was convicted of raping the victim four times and attempting to rape her a further time following a trial at Salisbury Crown Court in March.
He was sentenced today (April 13) at Winchester Crown Court and as well as his jail sentence, Peel will also be on the sex offenders register for life.
Peel targeted the victim, a woman in her 50s, between 2015 and 2020.
Investigating officer DC Jo Newbery, based in Central CID, said: “I’d like to praise the victim in this case for having the courage and conviction to see this case through, which has resulted in Nicholas Peel being jailed for his abhorrent actions.
“Peel repeatedly targeted her and raped her over a number of years, and then denied the offences, forcing her to relive the experiences through a trial.
“Her incredible bravery in giving evidence and statements ensured that Peel was found guilty by jury for his crimes, and he now faces spending several years behind bars.
“I hope that this sentence inspires others who have suffered sexual violence to come forward and report incidents to the police where we will endeavour to support you.”