A violent abuser has been sentenced to 11 years and six months following a sexual offences case involving two women.

Andrew Joe Cunningham, 21, of Heywood was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court, Minshull Street, on 7th May 2026.

Cunningham pleaded guilty to nine charges, including rape, sexual assault and sexual assault by penetration.

Obe victim, who was 18 was subjected to a terrifying attack, where Cunningham ignored her repeated pleas to stop.

The woman was severely intoxicated while he was sober. As he raped her, he swore at her in a derogatory way, and told her to keep her mouth shut, or he would hurt her more.

Cunningham repeatedly abused the second victim – who was in her 20s – using violence and threats.

Cunningham who is regular drug user has shown no remorse for his actions.

Both women’s identities are protected by law.

Cunningham received an 11-and-a-half-year prison sentence.

For those subjected to sexual violence, the consequences can continue long after court proceedings have ended.