Man jailed over 2003 Salford rape for which Andrew Malkinson was wrongly imprisoned
Summary
A man named Paul Quinn was sentenced to 24 years in prison for a 2003 rape in Salford after new DNA evidence linked him to the crime. The victim suffered serious injuries and has lived with lasting trauma, while another man, Andrew Malkinson, was wrongly jailed for 17 years before being cleared in 2023.Key Facts
- Paul Quinn was found guilty of a 2003 rape after new forensic tests found his DNA on the victim’s clothing.
- Quinn strangled the victim unconscious, raped her twice, and caused serious injuries including a fractured cheekbone.
- The victim, now in her late 50s, still experiences anxiety and fear years after the attack.
- Andrew Malkinson was wrongly convicted for this crime and spent 17 years in prison before his conviction was overturned in 2023.
- Quinn had a prior history of sexual offenses and other crimes dating back to his teenage years.
- Police failed to investigate Quinn earlier, despite his criminal record and proximity to the crime scene.
- An inquiry and police watchdog are investigating Greater Manchester police for possible misconduct, including destroying evidence and mishandling the original case.
- Quinn is being checked as a suspect in other serious sexual assaults, including three rapes.
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