A man has been jailed for twelve years for the rape of a 76-year-old woman at a care home in Clayton where he worked
Stanley Ekhator aged 36 was found guilty of one count of sexual activity with a person with a mental disorder earlier this month
Detective Constable Tanya Andreeva of GMP’s North Manchester CID said: “I commend the victim and her loved ones for their bravery throughout this investigation and for having the strength to report this horrific crime to Greater Manchester Police. This was a distressing and traumatic investigation for the victim and her loved ones.
“Ekhator’s lack of respect, remorse and his total disregard for the victim’s wellbeing is despicable. Ekhator used his position of trust and power to gain access to an extremely vulnerable elderly woman. He used this to his advantage and committed a horrific crime which has and will have a lasting impact on the victim and her loved ones’ lives.
“CCTV showed Ekhator entering the victim’s room for several minutes that evening before briefly leaving. Ekhator then enters the victim’s room again and stays for approximately five minutes. She bravely disclosed what happened when Ekhator was in her room the following day. Officers attended immediately to support her.
“The victim and her family’s bravery has been incredible from start to finish. Her strength and courage have shown throughout the investigation. We hope that today’s sentencing, in whatever way it can, will provide closure to her and her loved ones.
“We also completely understand that this case taking place in an assisted living/care home environment will cause some concern within the local community.
