Cuckoo Trail rapist jailed

Jack Foster, 19, of Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne was sentenced at Hove Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday) for the rape of a 16-year-old girl, on the Cuckoo Trail, Polegate, in July 2006.

He must serve four years before he can apply for parole. He will not be eligible for parole for as long as he is deemed a high risk.

The judge described him as a 'dangerous sexual predator intent on fulfilling his own lust'.

DI Colin Dowle of Sussex Police said after the verdict: 'The sentencing today reflects the serious and horrific nature of the sexual offence committed by Jack Foster and the damage caused to the young victim who has demonstrated great personal courage throughout this ordeal.'

'Foster is a prolific sex offender who is deceitful and insatiable, a sexual predator who can no longer target innocent youngsters in our local community.

'I commend all officers, including those from British Transport Police, for their work on this case. It is by our continued partnership working that we are able to do everything possible to manage sex offenders in Sussex.'