Stamford man jailed for 21 years after admitting nine counts of rape

Lincolnshire Police said that Joshua Springer was today (Friday, 20 February) handed a 21-year sentence, having previously pleaded guilty to nine charges of rape. A police spokesperson said that Springer, who is now 36 years old, was jailed following a hearing at Lincoln Crown Court. The spokesperson said Springer was also given a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for the rest of his life. Police said he was also sentenced for making indecent images of children, for which he had also previously pleaded guilty. Detective Chief Inspector Jennifer Lovatt, of East Midlands Special Operations Unit, said there may be other victims who have not yet come forward. "I’d encourage them to contact us - you can call 101 (ask for Lincolnshire Police) and quote Incident 272 of 28 November. If you want to remain anonymous, then you can call Crimsteoppers on 0800 555 111. Lincolnshire Police said that Springer, formerly of Cornstall Buildings in Stamford, pleaded guilty to nine charges of rape when appearing at Lincoln Crown Court on 2 December 2025.