Carlo Di Tella Found Guilty
Carlo Di Tella, 46, from Bohemia Road, St Leonards, has been convicted of two counts of raping a woman known to him. The offences happened in January 2023 while the victim was asleep. A unanimous jury at Lewes Crown Court delivered the verdict on October 27 after just two hours of deliberation.
Victim Praised for Courage
The victim, who cannot be named for legal reasons, bravely reported the attack to police. Specialist officers supported her throughout the investigation and trial. Sussex Police publicly commended her strength and determination.
“The jury reached a unanimous decision within two hours on October 27. This was a complex investigation and we were determined to get justice for the victim, who was extremely brave and courageous when she reported the rape almost three years ago. She continued to support the investigation through the trial process. It shows we take reports of rape extremely seriously, and we encourage victims of rape and serious sexual offences to report their experience to the police.” – PC Sally Smith, investigating officer
Sentencing Set for January
Di Tella remains in custody and is due to be sentenced on 16 January next year. Sussex Police urge any victims of sexual assault to come forward and report incidents, assuring them of thorough and sensitive handling.
Help and Support Available
If you or someone you know has been affected by rape or sexual assault, support and information are available through official Sussex Police channels.
