February 13th 2025.
Paul Jinks had been following a woman through the streets of Long Eaton, Derbyshire. It was a chilling scene that was captured on camera and showed the moment he stalked his victim as she walked home from a night out. The footage was terrifying to watch as Jinks, a 21-year-old, followed the woman, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike.
The incident occurred on July 14 of last year, and it was a night that the victim would never forget. She was walking home when Jinks appeared behind her, covering her mouth and attempting to rape her. The woman bravely fought back, trying to break free from his grasp. But Jinks was determined and dragged her to a secluded area where he continued his assault.
The woman's cries for help were heard by nearby residents, who quickly came to her aid. They yelled at Jinks to leave her alone and ran out onto the street to help her. Jinks, realizing he had been caught, quickly fled the scene. He was seen walking quickly as he approached the woman and then running away after the encounter.
One homeowner had called the police after spotting Jinks running through their garden while trying to escape. When officers arrived on the scene, they found blood stains on a broken bin that Jinks had climbed on during his escape. The blood was tested and found to belong to Jinks, who was believed to be living in the Cambridgeshire area on a traveler's encampment.
CCTV footage showed that Jinks had been following the woman for some time before the attack. He was also seen following at least two other women beforehand. Ten days after the attack, officers in Cambridgeshire arrested Jinks, and he was charged with attempted rape. He was photographed in a holding cell after his arrest.
Jinks, who had no fixed address, admitted to the offense and was sentenced to eight years and nine months in prison, with an extended license period of six years. The victim, in her impact statement, expressed how the incident had affected her. She no longer felt safe going out alone and was always looking over her shoulder, worried about who might be following her.
Detective Constable Esther Hodson, who led the investigation for Derbyshire Police, described the incident as truly horrifying. She commended the woman for her bravery and strength in fighting off Jinks and for providing crucial evidence that helped identify and convict him. She also praised the community for their support and assistance, which played a significant role in bringing Jinks to justice.
Jinks' actions were heinous and showed that he was a dangerous individual who posed a real threat to women. Hodson expressed relief that he was now off the streets and behind bars. She also encouraged others who may have been victims of Jinks to come forward and report their experiences. She stressed the importance of speaking out against such crimes and standing up for justice.
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