Stoke-on-Trent man convicted after raping and controlling woman
The offences took place over a number of years
A Stoke-on-Trent man has been convicted after raping and abusing a woman over a number of years.
41-year-old Steve Lloyd has been found guilty of the rape of a woman and one count of engaging in controlling and or coercive behaviour.
He's due to be sentenced at a later date.
“The abuse that Lloyd subjected the survivor to in this case was abhorrent, and I’m pleased we’ve been able to secure the convictions against him today", Investigative Officer Janine Shropshire said.
She continued, “I want this to serve as a message to other survivors out there that we are determined to deliver these types of outcomes in court and to support you as much as possible throughout this process.
“Those responsible for these crimes will be robustly targeted and brought to justice.”