Paedophile Rapist Caught After 10 Months of Horror
Louis Charles Cann, 38, has been convicted of raping two women multiple times over nearly a year. The vile attacks happened between February and December 2022 in Portsmouth and Gosport.
Operation Amberstone Cracks the Case
The Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary’s specialist unit, Operation Amberstone, led the investigation that landed Cann with nine counts of rape. The victims were known to him.
Shocking Abuse Recorded on Camera
In a sickening twist, Cann filmed himself raping one of the victims while she slept. The court heard how he manipulated, threatened, and verbally abused the women. One victim was even physically assaulted when she refused his advances.
Cann Denies Charges – Trial Ends in Guilty Verdict
Cann denied all offences but was found guilty at Salisbury Crown Court. He now faces sentencing, with a hearing scheduled for 22 August. He remains in custody at this time.
Speak Out Against Sexual Abuse
If you’ve been a victim of sexual abuse, call police in confidence on 101. Not everyone feels ready to report, but independent support services are available to help survivors.