Oskar Glin

Oskar Glin, a 39-year-old stage hand employed by Gandeys Circus, committed a rape against an unconscious woman following a performance at Trentham Gardens in Stoke-on-Trent. The incident occurred in his caravan after the show, where the victim had been drinking heavily, consuming between half and three-quarters of a bottle of Amaretto mixed with coke.

According to prosecutor Robert Price, the woman suspected something sexual had happened upon waking and reported the matter to the police. Glin initially denied any involvement during his first police interview, claiming he had travelled to Poland to clear his mind despite knowing the incident had been reported. Forensic evidence, including DNA tests, later contradicted his denials, leading to a re-interview where he still professed no memory of the events.

The victim provided a poignant statement to the court, describing the profound impact of the assault. She stated that the ordeal left her feeling vulnerable and exhausted, shattering her relationship with her boyfriend and causing lasting trauma. She characterised Glin's actions as 'monstrous', highlighting the severe psychological distress that ruined her life, leaving her broken mentally and emotionally.

Glin, residing at Dane Mill, Broadhurst, Congleton, pleaded guilty to rape just 11 days before his trial. In mitigation, Rashad Mohammed argued that Glin had a poor recollection of the night, describing the offence as a one-off isolated incident from several years prior. Mohammed noted that Glin had remained trouble-free since, addressing issues with gambling and drinking, and viewed the offence as a wake-up call. Glin expressed bitter regret to his family in Poland, who were disappointed in him.

Recorder Robert Smith, sentencing at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court, rejected any notion of remorse from Glin, citing his pre-sentence report and initial attempts to evade justice. Glin was arrested boarding a ferry to France upon learning of the police report, an act the judge deemed a clear effort to leave the jurisdiction. The judge emphasised the deep trauma inflicted on the victim, curtailing her enjoyment of life, and imposed a custodial sentence of eight-and-a-half years.

This case was reported by Stoke-on-Trent Live on 12 December 2025, drawing from court proceedings at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court.