Brutal Rapist Jamie Speller Found Guilty After Victim’s Long Wait for Justice
Jamie Speller brutally raped a woman he knew inside her own home on 17 November 2018. Just weeks later, on 14 December, he violently assaulted her again, pushing her over twice as she walked home. She fell and hit her head.
Victim’s Courage Leads to Arrest and Trial
The victim reported the attacks on 16 December, leading to Speller’s arrest on suspicion of rape and assault. The 30-year-old from Riverhead Close, Sittingbourne, denied the charges and forced his victim to endure a distressing court battle.
Covid Delays Justice but Jury Finds Speller Guilty
The trial was delayed due to Covid-19 but finally went ahead at Maidstone Crown Court. On Monday 8 November 2021, a jury found Speller guilty of both rape and assault charges.
“After the incidents Speller claimed he was remorseful and that he regretted his actions, however when it came to court he decided to plead not guilty and put the victim through the trauma of a trial,” said Detective Constable Hollie Brown.
“The victim has waited a long time to get her justice due to Covid and I wish to commend her bravery and courage.”
