Attorney general had 'no doubt' on reviewing teen boys' rape sentences
Attorney General Lord Hermer has referred the case of three teenage boys who raped two girls to the Court of Appeal. The boys received youth rehabilitation orders instead of custodial sentences, which has sparked significant backlash from the victims and the public. Lord Hermer emphasized the importance of ensuring that the criminal justice system works for victims of sexual offenses.
- ▪The three boys were found guilty of raping two girls aged 15 and 14 in separate incidents.
- ▪The initial sentences were criticized for being too lenient, prompting the Attorney General to take action.
- ▪Victims expressed their distress over the sentences, highlighting the long-term impact of the attacks.
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Attorney general had 'no doubt' on reviewing teen boys' rape sentences6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleOlivia IrelandWhy did I put myself through the pain of going to court, rape victim tells BBCAttorney General Lord Hermer says he had "no doubt" about referring the case of teenage boys who raped two girls to the Court of Appeal.The three boys were spared custodial sentences over the rapes, sparking backlash, with one girl telling the BBC hearing the sentence was like a "rock in my face".Two girls, then aged 15 and 14, were raped in separate incidents in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, in November 2024 and January 2025, by two 14-year-olds.
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