Former soldier jailed for seven years for Rape in Nuneaton

A former soldier from Hull has been sentenced to seven years in prison after being convicted of raping a woman in Nuneaton. Daniel Black, 37, raped and sexually assaulted the victim in March 2023 after spending the evening with her and later going to her home. The victim reported the assault, and Black was arrested shortly afterwards.

Following a police investigation, Black — of Arkwright Park, Hull — was charged with rape and sexual assault by penetration. He denied the offences but was found guilty after further enquiries.

On Friday 12 December, Black appeared at Birmingham Crown Court, where he was sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment for rape and four years for sexual assault, to be served concurrently. He will remain on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely and has been given an indefinite restraining order preventing any contact with the victim.

Detective Constable Heather Keogh, the investigating officer, said the court’s decision reflected the seriousness of the offences and praised the victim’s courage throughout the investigation.

Safeline recognises the immense strength it takes for survivors to report sexual violence and engage with the criminal justice process. No sentence can undo the harm caused, but convictions like this can represent an important step towards accountability.

If you have been affected by sexual abuse or sexual violence, support is available. Safeline offers free, confidential and independent services for survivors of all genders, as well as for friends, family members and professionals supporting them. You do not have to report to the police to access our support.

If you are in immediate danger, call 999. To report a sexual offence, you can contact police via 101 or online. You can also reach out to Safeline directly to talk through your options and access specialist support.