Indian-origin man sentenced to 34 years in UK for kidnap, torture and rape

Gagandeep Singh. PIC/X@protodanlelle

An Indian-origin man was on Saturday sentenced to 34 years' imprisonment after being convicted of kidnap, torture, and rape offences in London. Gagandeep Singh, aged 34, was found guilty in February of two counts of rape, false imprisonment, causing grievous bodily harm with intent and kidnap following a trial at Isleworth Crown Court.

He will serve a 34-year sentence, comprising 28 years in custody followed by a six-year extended licence period under strict restrictions. He cannot be considered for parole until he has served at least 18 years, or two-thirds of the custodial term.

Singh has been sentenced to 34 years imprisonment for kidnapping, torture, and rape offences in London. REPRESENTATIONAL PIC/ISTOCK

"The brutality of what the victim in this case faced is unimaginable," said Detective Constable Seetara Abdul from the Metropolitan Police's North West Rape and Serious Sexual Offences Unit, who led the investigation.

"The cruel level of control left her fearing for her life," she said. "Threats were made to try and silence her, but the support of her mum and the diligent care shown by the officers investigating her case meant we were able to apprehend and charge an extremely dangerous individual," she added.

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