James Fletcher

A man from Rowley Regis, West Midlands, has been imprisoned for committing a series of horrific sexual offences against individuals he knew personally. James Fletcher, residing in Canterbury Close, faced justice at Wolverhampton Crown Court following allegations that surfaced in June 2021.

The case began when police were alerted to disturbing claims of sexual abuse dating back several years. Detectives investigated and uncovered a pattern of abuse targeting a woman and a young girl. Fletcher was arrested and charged with multiple sexual offences. Initially denying the allegations, he dramatically changed his plea mid-trial, admitting guilt to rape, attempted rape, and two counts of sexual assault, one of which involved a child under the age of 13.

On 12 November 2025, Fletcher was sentenced to five years in prison, with an additional three years on licence. The court recognised the severity of the crimes, which had a profound impact on the victims. Officers from West Midlands Police commended the courage of the victims for coming forward, stating that their bravery was instrumental in securing justice. 'The victims showed incredible strength in reporting these offences and supporting the investigation,' a police spokesperson noted. This case highlights the importance of victims speaking out against sexual abuse, ensuring perpetrators are held accountable.

The offences occurred over several years prior to 2021, though exact dates were not specified in court proceedings. Fletcher's admission came during the trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court, leading to the imposition of the custodial sentence. No further details on the victims' identities were released to protect their privacy.