Sheffield man and woman jailed for 14 years over rape

Jonathan Stocks, 48, and Kimberly Jowle, 38, both of Lydgate Lane in Sheffield, were convicted at the end of a five-day trial at Lincoln Crown Court on Friday (December 19).

Stocks was found guilty of rape and sentenced to nine years in prison.

Jowle was convicted of rape and two counts of sexual assault relating to the same incident, which took place in Fiskerton, Lincoln, in 2023.

She was sentenced to five years in jail.

Together, the pair will serve a total of 14 years behind bars.

Detective Constable Warwick Taylor praised the victim for their courage throughout the investigation, saying the convictions would not have been possible without their strength and determination.

He said: “This was a harrowing ordeal for the victim, who supported the investigation every step of the way and showed immense strength throughout.

“They will have to live with the impact of this crime for the rest of their lives, but I hope these sentences provide some sense of closure.

“Stocks and Jowle committed a horrendous crime and have quite rightly been punished for their behaviour.

“This result demonstrates that those who commit sexual offences will be brought to justice, and these sentences should serve as a deterrent to anyone who believes such actions are acceptable.”

Anyone who has been the victim of rape, sexual assault or another sexual offence is encouraged to report it to the police as soon as possible.

Police stress that even if someone is unsure about what has happened, they should still come forward so officers can ensure they are safe.

Support is also available for those who are not ready to speak to police. Further information can be found through Lincolnshire Police’s support services for victims of rape and sexual assault.