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A man who approached a teenage girl in a public park before grabbing her, biting her and attempting to kiss her has been jailed – and is now facing deportation.
Isaac Njuguna Mukuru (40) was today sentenced to six months in prison by Jersey’s Magistrate's Court after pleading guilty to sexual touching of a young woman without consent on 8 November.
The Magistrate's Court heard that Mukuru didn't know his victim and tried to engage her in conversation before the sexual attack.
After she told a relative what had happened shortly after, police were immediately called and Mukuru was arrested nearby.
Detective Sergeant Alasdair Castle praised the "courage" of the young victim in coming forward and for "having the confidence in us", which he said "enabled us to achieve the right outcome in this case".
"We wish to reassure all victims of crime that we understand the difficulties and concerns in reporting these types of offences," he added.
"However, we will ensure they are supported throughout the criminal justice process and will work tirelessly in bringing sexual offenders to justice."
Mukuru was also placed on the Sex Offenders Register for five years and has been recommended for deportation on his release from prison.
Islanders affected by any of the issues raised in this report can contact any of the following:
SARC at Dewberry House provides expert independent and confidential support to victims of sexual abuse. Tel: 01534 888222.
Jersey Action Against Rape (JAAR) provide and maintain a supporting framework for survivors and their families. Confidential helpline: 01534 482800.
Freeda (formerly Jersey Women’s Refuge) offer help and support for victims of domestic abuse. Tel: 0800 7356836.
Jersey Domestic Abuse Support (JDAS) is an independent service developed to protect and support victims of domestic and sexual abuse. Tel: 01534 880505.
Victim Support offer free and confidential advice to victims of crime. Tel: 01534 440496.
Victims First Jersey is a free and independent service offering confidential support to victims and witnesses of crime. Tel: 0800 7351612.
Samaritans offer a confidential and non-judgemental listening ear to people who need to talk. Tel: 116 123 free from any phone or 0330 094 5717 (local call charges apply).
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