RAY Williams called ‘Roy’ was, on Wednesday, sentenced to 15 years, three months in jail for several counts of rape committed on a 12-year-old girl.

Williams,33, was sentenced by Justice Sandil Kissoon at the Sexual Offences Court of the Demerara High Court.

Last month, Williams pleaded guilty to three counts of rape of a child under 16 years, which occurred between February and October 2021.

He was represented by attorney-at-law Teriq Mohammed, while the State was represented by prosecutors Cecilia Corbin, Caressa Henry and Peneeta Persaud.

The judge, during his sentencing remarks, underscored the physical and psychological trauma the victim has had to face due to Williams’ actions.

He also considered the prevalence of such offences here in Guyana and the fact that Williams took advantage of the closeness he shared with the victim and her family.

The judge delivered separate sentences for each count. Williams was sentenced to 12 years on the first count, 13 years on the second count, and 15 years, three months on the final count.

The judge ordered that the sentences run concurrently, which means Williams will only serve 15 years, three months in prison.

The judge further ordered that Williams undergo counselling for sex offenders while in prison.