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Feb 2024

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Harrogate serial rapist jailed for 18 years

Published: 23 Feb 2024, 17:42 GMT

Updated: 23 Feb 2024, 17:43 GMT

by Flora Grafton

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A 27-year-old Harrogate man has been jailed today (February 23) after being convicted of rape for a second time.

Aaron Frederick Needham, of Starbeck High Street, was sentenced to 18 years after he was found guilty of rape following a trial in October 2023 .

He was previously convicted for rape in 2017 and sent to prison.

In July 2020, Needham was released from prison on license.

According to North Yorkshire Police, he then raped another woman in February and March of 2021 after he befriended her and used alcohol to subdue her before raping her on two separate occasions.

He was sentenced at York Crown Court today.

Detective Nicky Wareham from Harrogate CID said afterwards:

“I would like to pay tribute to the victim and thank them for supporting our investigation which has now led to Needham being put back behind bars.
“We urge any victim of sexual assault or rape to please come forward, no matter when it happened, you will be listened to.
“We know it can be difficult, but we have specially trained officers who will support you. As part of our support we can put you in touch with a range of support services that can help help you.”


Reporting rape or sexual assault


To report a sexual assault or rape to North Yorkshire Police, dial the non-emergency number 101, or 999 in an emergency.

If you are more comfortable reporting online, you can visit the police's online reporting page here.

If you do not want to report to police, there are other agencies who are able to offer support and advice. These include:

  • IDAS

  • Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC)

  • Survive

  • NSPCC Helpline

  • Supporting Victims





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