Lewis Watson, from Preston, has been sentenced to 19 years
Lewis Watson, 30, approached his victim as she was walking to the bus stop in the rain on Monday January 29. He asked the youngster her age and said he was 23.
At Burnley Crown Court, he pleaded guilty and was today given a 19-year sentence, comprising of 11 years in prison, and eight years on extended license. DC Jodie Nolan, and DC Laura Jenkins of Lancashire Police's Rape and Serious Sexual Offences investigation team led the investigation. “I can only commend the victim for the incredible bravery and strength she has shown throughout proceedings. I hope that with Watson jailed, she can now begin to heal and re-build her life.
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