Knife-Wielding Gang Jailed After Home Invasion Rapes
Three men who terrorised two women in their own home, armed with knives and an axe, have been locked up for a combined 28 years at Wood Green Crown Court.
Brutal Attack in Newham
The shocking break-in happened around 11pm on 12 June 2019. Edmilson Caimanque, 24, Adilson Mendes-Namdja-Uare, 23, and David Fonseca, 27, forced their way into the victims’ house in Newham. They raped the women and stole £1,250 in cash plus a mobile phone before fleeing the scene.
Swift Police Action Leads to Convictions
- Caimanque, jailed for 18 years for rape and 9 years for robbery, served concurrently
- Mendes-Namdja-Uare received 10 years for robbery
- Fonseca sentenced to 15 years for rape and 9 years for robbery, served concurrently
Police were alerted after one victim reported the attack at a sexual health clinic. A thorough investigation followed, with DNA and phone data linking the men to the scene.
Detective Praises Victims’ Courage
“These men attacked two women who were sleeping in what should have been the safety of their own home,” said Detective Sergeant Adam Knott. “The conviction and subsequent sentencing of these men is testament to the bravery of the two women who were attacked and I commend them for coming forward to report these horrendous crimes. The resulting sentence against these dangerous offenders may well have prevented other women from being harmed.”
The culprits were arrested within a month of the attack after police recovered clothing linked to the crime and matched forensic evidence.
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual violence, help is available. Visit the police website for support services and advice.
