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James Doherty

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James Doherty

James Doherty

Published
Sexual Offences
Isle of ManDouglas42 years oldMale

Summary

James Doherty, along with two others, gang-raped an 18-year-old woman at a flat in Anagh Coar in the early hours of 25 June 2022. He was found to have played a leading role in the attack and encouraged the participation of the other men.

Sentence16 years in prison

Case Timeline

Convicted11 August 2026
Sentenced12 August 2026

Case Details

Court

Douglas Courthouse

Police Force

Isle of Man Constabulary

Source Information

Publication

BBC News

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Sexual Offences

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DouglasAug 202611 years in prison
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Steven Cannon

Steven Cannon

Sexual Offences

Gang-rape of an 18-year-old woman in a flat.

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Verification

Source Verified
Conviction Confirmed

Added: 18 August 2026

Last Updated: 18 August 2026

Approved: 18 August 2026

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