Man Jailed for Raping Elderly Woman

0:00On April 27, a 67-year-old man from Barry named BJ Chala has been sentenced to seven years in prison for raping a 72-year-old woman. He was convicted at Manchester Crown Court of rape and sexual assault after a brutal attack. This horrifying ordeal happened in Manchester back in March 2023, leaving the victim terrified, according to greater Manchester police. The police are praising the woman's incredible bravery for reporting the crime, which allowed them to build a solid case and put Chala behind bars. Detective Sergeant Sam Cullen highlighted how their team supports survivors every step, running thorough probes and treating everyone with respect. Cases like this show the systems holding predators accountable when victim step up, keeping community safer. One conviction at a time.