Man Jailed for Over Seven Years for Attempted Rape in Basingstoke
A 50-year-old man has been locked up for seven and a half years after trying to rape a woman in Basingstoke. Gary Carlisle, of South Ham Road, admitted the horrific attack at a previous hearing and was sentenced today (Friday 18 May) at Winchester Crown Court.
Chilling Attack in The Rising Sun Car Park
The terrifying assault happened in the early hours of Sunday 19 November 2017. The 38-year-old victim was heading home alone after a night out with friends when Carlisle followed her through the town centre. CCTV footage captured him stalking her before he attacked in the car park of The Rising Sun pub on Chapel Hill.
The brave woman reported the attack to police later that day.
Forensic Evidence Led Police to Carlisle
Detectives pieced together crucial forensic and CCTV evidence to track Carlisle down. He was arrested and charged, leading to today’s jail sentence of seven and a half years.
Detective Inspector Penny Murray, from Hampshire Constabulary’s Amberstone team, said: “This was a disturbing case and I would like to thank the survivor for the bravery and courage she has shown in getting this to court.
“Carlisle followed her through the town centre after she had enjoyed a night out with friends. She was alone and vulnerable as she walked home and Carlisle followed her before attempting to rape her.”
“Offences like these are rare in Basingstoke, but I hope that this sentence given today will give victims confidence to report these crimes to us when they do occur.
“We know how hard it is to come forward and report these offences, whether they have taken place recently or in the past, and we are committed to getting justice for victims and have specially trained officers to support them through the process.”
