A Stoke-on-Trent man has been jailed for more than 10 years after he raped and controlled a woman.

Steve Lloyd, 41, of Packmoor, was jailed for 11-and-a-half-years at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court today (Monday 18 May) after he was found guilty of one count of the rape of a woman and one count of engaging in controlling and or coercive behaviour.

A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: "The offences took place over a number of years until the survivor bravely came forwarded and reported what happened.

"Now, because of the strength of the survivor and the evidence we were able to present in court, Lloyd has been imprisoned."

As part of his sentencing, Lloyd was also put on the Sex Offenders Register for life and served with a 15-year restraining order.

Detective Constable Diane Sproston and Investigative Officer Janine Shropshire worked on the case.

Speaking following the sentencing, IO Shropshire said: "I'm pleased that we have been able to build all of the evidence needed to secure this outcome today.

"I must recognise the tremendous courage of the survivor in coming forward and supporting this investigation, which has resulted in another sex offender being imprisoned.

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"We are determined to seek the toughest possible punishment in court for those responsible for these types of offences and to support survivors as much as possible."

Staffordshire Police has urged survivors who feel ready to talk to call 101 or use Live Chat on the Staffordshire Police website.