Eccleston man charged with rape and sexual assault

A man from Eccleston has been charged with rape and multiple sexual offences following a report on Friday (5 August).
 
Jack Williams, 23 years, of Wokefield Way, Eccleston has been charged with rape, two counts of assault by penetration, two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, sexual assault by touching, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour and criminal damage.
 
He was remanded into custody to appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court today (Monday 8 August) where he was further remanded to appear at Liverpool Crown Court at a later date.
 
Detective Inspector Laura Lamping said: “We take every report of rape and sexual assault extremely seriously and have dedicated officers in Protecting Vulnerable People Units who are specially trained to thoroughly investigate allegations and make sure those reporting them are properly supported.
 
"I would like to take this opportunity to reassure anyone who has suffered a sexual offence that if you can find the courage to come forward and speak to us, we will deal with you sensitively and make sure that reports are properly and thoroughly investigated.
 
"Anyone who has been the victim of a sexual offence can call officers in the force’s Unity Team on 0151 777 1382 or 101. Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers, anonymously and free, on 0800 555 111.
 
"Support for victims is also available through the registered charity the Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre Cheshire and Merseyside, who can be contacted on 01925 221 546 or 0330 363 0063 or Rape and Sexual Assault Merseyside (RASA) on 0151 558 1801."