Rapist jailed for 11 years after targeting sleeping woman in Northampton

Northamptonshire Police, in a statement, said Jordan Owens, previously of Guinery Grove, Hemel Hempstead, used a mobile phone to film himself committing the offences against a woman in Northampton while she slept.

A spokesperson said: “Owens was arrested following the woman bravely reporting what had happened to her to Northamptonshire Police and subsequently charged with multiple offences including five counts of rape.

“After pleading guilty to all seven offences at Northampton Crown Court on September 15, Owens was sentenced to 11 years and six months in prison.”

Lead investigator, Detective Constable Jon Brawn, said: “Jordan Owens is a dangerous offender who repeatedly targeted a woman while she was asleep and therefore unable to protect herself or give consent.

“I would like to commend the victim for her bravery in coming forward and supporting this investigation. We know how difficult it can be for survivors of sexual offences to report what has happened to them, and her courage has helped ensure Owens has been held accountable for his actions.

“I hope this sentence provides her with some sense of justice and allows her to move forward with her life knowing he is behind bars.”

“We take all reports of sexual offences extremely seriously and would encourage anyone who has experienced sexual violence or abuse to come forward. You will be listened to, supported and treated with respect throughout the investigative process.”

If you have experienced sexual abuse, whether recent or non-recent, please come forward by calling 101 or via the online reporting tool at Home | Northamptonshire Police.