A rapist described as a 'monster' by his victim has been jailed for more than 10 years.

Carl Wallis, from Swindon, took advantage of a woman while she was passed out and unresponsive and filmed the incident, which happened in 2016. 

It was then discovered six years later by the victim, who had been unaware it had happened. 

Wallis was sentenced to 10-and-a-half years in prison at Swindon Crown Court on Friday (February 23) after being found guilty during a three-day trial in December 2023.

The 38-year-old, of Brookdene, will also be on the sex offenders' register for life and the subject of a restraining order for the victim. 

In a victim personal statement, the woman, who has legal anonymity, said: "The day I found the video and pictures on the mobile phone... I was in total shock. I did not know what to think or feel, I felt completely numb. I could not believe what I had just seen I felt sick.

"I feel dirty and humiliated... I will never be free from the monster."

DC Anna McCormack, the investigating officer, said: "Every sexual assault has a huge impact on victims. In this incident, the victim discovered the offence had taken place when she was at her most vulnerable; asleep, and by someone she trusted.

"I'd like to thank her for her incredible bravery in reporting the offence and giving evidence during this trial. Without her continued assistance, the outcome would not have been possible.

"I'd encourage anyone who has been the victim of a sexual assault to please report it, do not suffer alone. We understand it can be difficult. You might not be completely sure what happened or how to talk about it.

"Our trained officers and partner organisations are here to listen and work together to support you in any way we can. Importantly, your information could help us bring the offender to justice and make sure you, and other people in a similar situation, are kept safe."

More information can be found on how to report rape and sexual assault on the Wiltshire Police website. 

If people don't want to go to the police, they can go to a local sexual assault referral centre (SARC).

Trained staff there can give confidential medical help and advice. They can also gather evidence for use at a later date if a decision is made to report the assault to the police. They won't contact the police unless it is wanted.