Guy Mukendi, 39, from Brixton, was sentenced to over four years in prison for rape after removing his condom during sex without the woman’s knowledge, in a landmark legal case.

The woman had only consented to sex on the condition that Mukendi used a condom. Non-consensual condom removal, known as ‘stealthing,’ is classified as rape under English law, although prosecutions are rare due to underreporting.

The incident was reported to the Metropolitan Police on May 9, 2023. The woman had text message evidence where Mukendi apologized for removing the condom, claiming he did so because he had not had sex in a long time. She took screenshots before he deleted the messages.

Mukendi denied the charges but was convicted and sentenced at Inner London Crown Court to four years and three months in prison.

Detective Constable Jack Earl, who led the investigation, stated, “Throughout this investigation, Mukendi denied any wrongdoing – but our officers built a compelling case against him to leave no doubt in the jury’s mind. We were dedicated to securing justice for the victim and will continue to raise awareness that this crime is a form of rape. The victim did the right thing to call the police straight away and her bravery should not be overshadowed.”

Kate Holmes, Head of Sexual Violence Helplines at Survivors Gateway, added, “Survivors of sexual violence in London can contact the Survivor’s Gateway on 0808 801 0860 for support. Our Navigators provide a confidential, non-judgmental space and can make referrals for counseling as well as practical advocacy support.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi resigned on Wednesday, following the recommendation of his cabinet to dissolve the lower house of parliament Lok Sabha.

President Droupadi Murmu accepted Modi’s resignation along with that of the council of ministers. She requested Modi to continue as the prime minister until the formation of the new government, as per the protocol.

The Election Commission of India released official data early Wednesday indicating that the ruling National Democratic Alliance, led by Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party, is set to form the next government.

Former United States of America President Donald Trump has been found guilty in his historic criminal trial, making him a felon. 

The verdict was delivered by a jury consisting of seven men and five women at a New York courtroom, where Trump faced 34 felony charges, all of which he was found guilty of. 

Trump has been dragged to the court over allegations of falsifying business records to influence the outcome of the 2016 election. 

This makes him the first former American President to be convicted of a crime, potentially hindering his participation in the upcoming November election, where he is the Presidential candidate of the Republican Party.

Daily Mail reported that each of the charges Trump faced carried a maximum potential sentence of up to four years in prison. 

The jury had the option of convicting him of all counts, acquitting him of all counts, or delivering a mixed verdict where he was found guilty of some charges and not others.

Following the verdict, Trump addressed the media outside the court, denouncing the trial as a “disgrace” and a “rigged decision.” 

He claimed the trial was politically motivated by the Biden administration to harm his candidacy, asserting his innocence and stating he was fighting for the country and the Constitution. 

He criticized the judge as conflicted and suggested the real verdict would come from the people in the November election.