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Jury Convicts Michael Wanless of Attempted Rape of Jogger in Eston

Sentencing is set for January 9 at Teesside Crown Court.

Overview

  • The attack happened on July 17, 2023, on Granwood Road as the woman was on an early-morning run.
  • Neighbors rushed to help after hearing screams and chased the attacker until police detained him.
  • Judge Aisha Wadoodi recommended formal commendations for the Good Samaritans who intervened.
  • Cleveland Police praised the response, saying it "undoubtedly saved the woman from an even worse fate."
  • Wanless, 41 and of no fixed abode, denied the charge, but jurors reached a guilty verdict in about 35 minutes.