Snapchat Predator Jailed for 12 Years After Raping Two Teens
A twisted 20-year-old was locked up for 12 years after tricking two underage girls on Snapchat by pretending to be younger, before raping them. Samuel Gorton, from Leverington, Wisbech, was convicted of three counts of rape involving victims from Cambridgeshire and Norfolk.
Deceptive Predator Caught After Crafty Online Lies
The court heard how Gorton set up fake Snapchat profiles, using false names to lure his victims in quickly. Despite his attempts to cover his tracks, police from Norfolk and Cambridgeshire joined forces to track him down. He’s been in custody since his arrest in King’s Lynn on 15 May 2024.
Harsh Sentence and Lifetime Restrictions
- 12 years in prison
- 8 years on extended licence
- 30-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order
- Indefinite restraining order
- Lifetime registration on Sex Offender Register
Police Praise Victims’ Bravery
“Gorton is a dangerous individual who took advantage of two vulnerable young victims. I commend their courage and strength throughout this investigation and subsequent trial,” said Detective Constable Paul McCormack.
“No sentence can take away the harm he caused, but thanks to the bravery shown, he now faces lifelong restrictions. We want victims to know we take sexual violence seriously and will relentlessly pursue justice.”
If you’ve been a victim of sexual assault or rape, call 999 in emergencies or find support here: Norfolk Police Sexual Assault Support.
