A detective characterised the conduct of a convicted sex offender, Grzegorz Luczak, as dangerous and unsettling following his assaults on two solitary women in Loughborough last year.
Detective Sergeant Amanda Boswell, who supervised the investigation, stated that the defendant, Grzegorz Luczak, exhibited predatory conduct by targeting women who were under the influence of alcohol, as he was sentenced at Leicester Crown Court on Thursday, March 30.
The 45-year-old, Grzegorz Luczak, previously residing on Holmfield Avenue, Loughborough, received a 10-year prison sentence and was mandated to register as a sex offender for life.
In March of the previous year, Grzegorz Luczak acknowledged spending several hours driving and regularly stopping in Loughborough town centre when the bars were shutting. The prosecution contended that his goal was to target a vulnerable woman for assault that evening deliberately.
Several hours later, an intoxicated woman entered his vehicle, mistakenly assuming it was a taxi, and requested to be driven home. Grzegorz Luczak did not request her departure and instead drove away with her in his vehicle.
A courageous bystander attempted to intervene and aid the victim in escaping after she perceived discomfort over the circumstance. She captured photographs of his vehicle and cautioned the driver against harming the victim.
Grzegorz Luczak disregarded these cautionary comments and, despite the victim’s objections, proceeded to attack her during his travel sexually.
She was profoundly terrified, and the episode concluded only when she exited the driving vehicle and sought refuge in a nearby house, alerting the occupants by shouting for assistance.
Grzegorz Luczak was apprehended; however, due to insufficient evidence for charges at that juncture, he was released under investigation to let investigators to conduct additional enquiries.
In August, many months later, Grzegorz Luczak was again driving through Loughborough town late at night, ostensibly to gather discarded junk things from residents that he could repair and sell.
He observed another susceptible woman returning home alone from a nighttime outing on a tranquil residential street and promptly reversed his vehicle, navigating against traffic on a one-way street, to approach her.
CCTV recorded the second he exited his truck, immediately assaulting the victim and forcing her to the ground. She subsequently endured a horrific sexual assault.
Grzegorz Luczak was then apprehended and indicted on one count of sexual assault and two counts of digital penetration of a female over the age of 13, and he was convicted on all charges after a trial in February.
Detective Sergeant Amanda Boswell of the SIGNAL team stated: “This individual inflicted degrading and humiliating assaults on both women, resulting in an unforgivable degree of emotional trauma.” Grzegorz Luczak intentionally pursued and targeted them as alone women during late hours; this activity is unsettling and concerning, as the jury appropriately acknowledged in its guilty verdicts against him.
Women have the right to partake in a night out and consume alcohol if they like. Such actions should not render them susceptible to individuals like Grzegorz Luczak. Women ought to traverse home securely and not be subjected to targeting.
This study has demonstrated the significance of collaborating as a team, prioritising the victims and their preferences. Victims want to feel acknowledged, supported, and appreciated and comprehend their importance in circumstances of this nature. We cannot get accomplishments of this nature without their involvement.
Victims and witnesses in these cases have exhibited remarkable fortitude and resilience during the investigation and while presenting evidence during the trial. It demonstrates courage and dedication, and I would to express my gratitude to each individual for their role in achieving the conviction of a dangerous individual.
DS Boswell stated: “Considering Grzegorz Luczak’s evident pattern of recidivism, it is plausible that other women may have been victimised by him under comparable circumstances and felt unable to report the incidents at the time.” If you are a victim, I strongly encourage you to step forward and contact my staff. We have specialised staff who can assist and guide you through that process, and we collaborate closely with several agencies to provide referrals for ongoing help.
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