A man who unlawfully entered an address in Trafford before raping a teenage girl has been jailed.

Christopher Kofi Taylor appeared at Manchester Crown Court today (Tuesday, March 5) after pleading guilty to four counts of rape of a female under 16, trespass with intent to commit a sexual offence, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

In August 2021, the 48-year-old trespassed into a property and attacked his victim.

Police were called to the Trafford address in the early hours of the morning to reports of the teenage girl being attacked in an isolated incident.

Kofi Taylor, of Dorothy Street, Salford, was sentenced to life imprisonment for his offending and will serve a minimum term of 11 years and four months.

Detective Constable Emma Bentley from Greater Manchester Police (GMP), said; “Taylor’s treatment of a vulnerable young female was shocking and deplorable. Predatory behaviour like this should never be tolerated and eradicating it is a top priority.

“Her courage to come forward and give evidence has enabled us to pursue this prosecution. Though these offences have a lasting impact on victims, it is my hope this result provides some sense of closure.”

Report and Support

If you or someone you know has been a victim of rape or sexual assault, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency.

People can also report information and crimes on GMP's website (www.gmp.police.uk).

Alternatively, members of the public can report information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

There are also lots of organisations and support agencies available across Greater Manchester and nationally that can help and provide support for you.

For more information and to find the support services available to you, please visit our support pages.

Support for Rape and Sexual Assault:

St. Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre - Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester. They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.

Trafford Rape Crisis and Manchester Rape Crisis are run by women for women who have experienced rape and sexual abuse. They are both confidential and can provide information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives.

We Are Survivors Manchester - provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape, or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182.