Northampton man, 25, jailed for seven years after raping and assaulting woman
A 25-year-old Northampton man has been jailed for seven years after raping and assaulting a woman.
Liam Patrick Kieran Blanchfield, previously of Barrack Road, was sentenced at Northampton Crown Court on Monday June 15 after he was found guilty of three offences during a trial, which ended on February 24.
The charges relate to an incident on June 28, 2025, when Blanchfield raped a woman elsewhere in the country, according to Northamptonshire Police.
A spokeswoman for the force said: “During the incident, he verbally abused her and continued the assault despite being told numerous times to stop.”
The 25-year-old was arrested a short time later and subsequently charged with one count of rape and two counts of assault.
Lead investigator - PC Kimberly Streuli said: “I would like to commend the survivor in this case for her remarkable bravery in coming forward and supporting this investigation. The strength she has shown has been instrumental in securing this conviction and ensuring a dangerous offender is held accountable for his actions.
“Northamptonshire Police take all reports of sexual offences extremely seriously.
“Tackling violence against women and girls remains a key priority for the force, and we are committed to supporting victims and pursuing offenders relentlessly. I hope this outcome reassures others that they will be listened to, supported, and believed when they come forward.”
Following the conclusion of the case, police say the survivor detailed how she feels she can now live in peace for the next few years.
Blanchfield was sentenced to seven years in prison. He was also given an indefinite restraining order against the survivor.