Serial rapist David Carrick guilty of additional sexual offences

Crown Prosecution Service press release reveals further sexual offences by serial rapist and former police officer, David Carrick.

In a press release dated 19th of November 2025, the Crown Prosecution Office (CPS) details information of additional serious sex offences committed by David Carrick against a further two women.

Carrick was on trial at the Old Bailey in November 2025, where jurors heard how Carrick committed repeated indecent assaults on one of the women when she was just twelve years old. The second victim was sexually abused while Carrick was still serving as a police officer, receiving verbal abuse, being controlled, urinated on and raped.

These two new victims were emboldened to come forward after Carrick’s previous sex offence convictions against twelve other women occurred in 2023.

During the trial, witness testimonies were the basis for the case presented in court, alongside supporting evidence which included a letter written by Carrick at the time his offence took place against the young girl, partially admitting his behaviour.

Carrick charged

David Carrick was was found guilty of five counts of indecent assault involving the girl in 1989 and 1990, and was convicted of two charges of rape, one of sexual assault and once charge of coercive behaviour towards the second female victim.

Statement by Shilpa Shah, leader of both CPS prosecutions against Carrick:

“It was clear from the compelling testimonies given by these women that they had endured relentless abuse to which they did not consent.

“One victim was a child when she was indecently assaulted by David Carrick, and another was sexually abused by him while he served as a senior police officer.

“These factors made it vital to prosecute him a second time – not only because of the severity of the crimes and the public interest arising from him being a police officer when he committed some of them, but also to show the full extent of his offending which spanned decades.

“By bringing this case to court, we ensured the victims’ voices were heard and their experiences were formally acknowledged. We hope today’s convictions provide them with a sense of justice and will help them move forward with their lives.”

Can I make a compensation claim for sexual abuse?

Sexual abuse is a criminal offence, and you are entitled to seek justice.

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What is historic abuse?

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Are there any charities or organisations out there who can offer additional help?

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Mind: 0300 123 3393
Rape Crisis- England & Wales: 0808 500 2222
Samaritans: 116 123
The Survivors Trust: 0808 801 0818

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