Adam Hall, 43, was sentenced at Newcastle Crown Court after being found guilty of five counts of rape and seven counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent by intentionally transmitting HIV.
Victims Share Heartbreaking Impact
Hall’s victims have bravely provided Victim Personal Statements revealing the devastating effects of his actions. For their privacy and safety, none are named.
- One victim said, “Prior to Hall, I had not been involved in a gay relationship. He was my first experience, and I had nothing to compare it to. I would describe myself as naïve.”
- Another described the HIV diagnosis as a ‘death sentence’ due to the stigma attached to the virus.
- “When I first met Hall, I was vulnerable after a tough breakup. The first time he raped me, I blamed myself,” said one survivor, who added the medication side effects have made day-to-day life exhausting.
- Another admitted feeling ‘easily manipulated’ and devastatingly, that close friends distanced themselves due to fear of germs.
- One victim recalled, “Life before Hall feels like a distant memory. He was a nasty piece of work who took advantage of my good nature. I regret being so nice to him.”
- One survivor spoke of the emotional turmoil during the investigation, saying, “I had to contact people I hadn’t spoken to in months to inform them of my HIV status and involve them in the police case.”
- Another heartbreaking statement: “When I told my mum I had HIV, she was so scared she wouldn’t hug me. That rejection is something I’ll never forget.”
- The youngest victim shared, “I was diagnosed just after turning 16. I’m trying to move forward, but Hall’s actions will affect me forever.”
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