Martin Lloyd

Martin Lloyd, 39, was sentenced to 19 years in prison with a six-year extended licence at Birmingham Crown Court. Following a trial, Lloyd was convicted of three counts of rape, two counts of causing Actual Bodily Harm, and using controlling and coercive behaviour.

Evidence presented in court established that Lloyd engaged in a long-term campaign of violence, physical, and sexual abuse against a female victim. The physical attacks involved the use of weapons, including a machete, chains, and a baseball bat, resulting in injuries including a broken nose and leg trauma. On one occasion, the victim was raped two days after undergoing surgery. Police reported that Lloyd also left a footprint on the victim's face during an assault.

Lloyd was arrested after the victim escaped and reported the abuse to West Midlands Police in October. Detectives described Lloyd as a dangerous individual with a history of domestic abuse convictions.