Barnsley man jailed for sexually assaulting ex-partners while they slept
30 year old James Nolan targeted both victims when he lived in Derbyshire
A Barnsley man has been jailed for sexually assaulting two former partners as they slept.
30 year old James Nolan, who now lives in South Yorkshire but was formerly a resident of Belper, the first woman at an address in Derby.
His relationship with the victim ended a week after the rape.
The same happened to another former partner of Nolan as she slept. Both victims came forward to police independently.
Nolan ultimately admitted to charges of rape against one victim, and sexual assault against both, at Derby Crown Court.
He'll spend 10 and a half years behind bars and has been handed indefinite restraining orders in connection with both victims.
Detective Constable Michelle Arnold, officer in the case for the first incident said:
“The two women in this case showed real bravery by coming forward and reporting Nolan’s crimes to us.
“I know there was a lot of worry and uncertainty for both victims throughout. From making an initial report and concerns about being believed, to Nolan initially refusing to admit his crimes which made the ordeal of a trial a very real prospect.
“I’d like to thank both women for having the courage to speak with us and trusting us to seek justice on their behalf.”
Detective Constable Jeannette Gardner, who led the investigation into the second incident, added:
“Despite it taking several years for the case to conclude in court the women remained steadfast with their support for the police investigation and wider legal proceedings.
“Their persistence has led to this outcome at court, with Nolan being taken off the streets and unable to cause any further harm.
“James Nolan is predatory individual who exploited women who trusted him, and who he claimed to care about offending against them when they were at their most vulnerable.”