Bedford man jailed for raping woman over several years is jailed
A man has been jailed for 15 years for raping a young woman over several years.Roger Foster, 49, from Laxton Way, Bedford began to abuse the victim when she was a child by making sexual comments and sending inappropriate text messages.He was found guilty of three counts of rape, one count of sexual activity with a child and one count of making indecent images of children.During sentencing at Luton Crown Court he was also told he would spend a further seven years on an extended licence once he was released from prison.
Foster has also been made the subject of a full sexual harm prevention order and a restraining order.
'Crippling anxiety'
It follows an investigation by Bedfordshire Police's Protecting Vulnerable People team.The victim said in her impact statement: "I have been left with crippling anxiety."I struggle to sleep due to night terrors every night where I dream that I am back there reliving the abuse."Investigation officer Lauren Shelley said: "Foster is a dangerous offender who has shown no responsibility for his vile actions."I commend the victim's bravery in coming forward to report this horrific ordeal. "Her courage has been instrumental in securing justice. It is never too late to report. "Our specially trained victim engagement officers provide dedicated support throughout the investigation and justice process, helping victims move forward and begin to heal."
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