Grimsby man jailed for over four years after new DNA evidence found
It was as part of an investigation into a historic sexual offence
A Grimsby man's been jailed for four years and eight months after new DNA evidence was found as part of an investigation into a historic sexual offence.
58-year-old John Dinsdale, of Faulding Way in Grimsby appeared at Grimsby Crown Court on Friday 9th June and and pleaded guilty to indecent assault.
The offence took place back in the early hours of the 9th July in 2000 when Dinsdale approached a lone woman in the street, before assaulting her.
At the time no suspect was identified - but in June last year new DNA evidence was found which led to the identification of Dinsdale.
Officer in the case Detective Constable Paula Barden said:
“Dinsdale preyed on an innocent stranger, plucking her off the street and violently attacking her.
“I want to thank the victim for her bravery and strength through the course of the investigation and court proceedings. Whilst today’s verdict will not detract from the anguish that she has suffered, I hope that it will go some way to help her feel that justice has been served.
“This has been a very long and complex investigation, but I hope it serves as a message to anyone considering committing offences of this nature. If you do, we will never stop looking for you, and will do everything we can to bring you before the courts.”
“If you have been the victim or crime, or you have any information about criminal activity please do not hesitate to report it to us via out non-emergency 101 line or anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. We will listen to you and we will take action".