Twelve years in jail for Rochester rapist
A court heard his victim was left with cuts and scratches after she was attacked
Last updated 10th Nov 2025
A man who violently sexually assaulting a woman in Rochester has been jailed for 12 years.
A court heard Danny Bailey forced his way into the victim’s property during the early hours of 28 June 2024. The woman had opened the door believing it was a neighbour, but Bailey pushed her back inside and made threats to kill her.
A jury was told he then raped her and physically assaulted her, leaving her with cuts to her lip and scratches on her neck.
The victim managed to escape and lock herself in an upstairs bedroom, where her screams were heard by a neighbour who called police.
Bailey fled the scene before Kent Police officers arrived but was arrested shortly afterwards at his home in Brompton Lane, Strood. He claimed he had been there all night watching television.
The 42 year old was found guilty of rape, intentional strangulation, threats to kill, and actual bodily harm, following a trial.
At Maidstone Crown Court on Thursday 23 October 2025, Bailey was sentenced to 12 years in prison with an extended licence period of two years.
Kent Police Detective Constable Devon McKee, who led the investigation, said: "This was a terrifying ordeal for the victim, who showed immense courage both during the attack and throughout the investigation.
"Bailey’s actions were calculated and violent, and the sentence handed down reflects the seriousness of his crimes. We hope this outcome provides some measure of justice and reassurance to the victim as she continues to recover."