Salon owner who sexually assaulted women he 'lured' into clinic jailed

A Plymouth salon owner was sentenced to 26 years for sexually assaulting women he lured into his clinic, highlighting serious issues of trust and safety in personal care settings.

• The man, operating in Plympton, faced multiple charges of rape and sexual assault after using social media platforms like Instagram to attract victims with offers of free treatments.
• At the Plymouth Law Courts, evidence revealed he preyed on vulnerable women, some of whom traveled from Essex, leading to a significant sentence of 26 years in prison.
• The court heard chilling testimonies from victims who described how they were manipulated and assaulted in his teeth-whitening salon, raising awareness about safety in beauty services.