Overview

• Michael Hanmore broke into an elderly, disabled woman's home on May 7, 2022, raping and assaulting her before stealing her belongings and car.
• The victim was left unable to call for help until a visitor arrived six hours later, as Hanmore had stolen her phone and tablet.
• Kent Police tracked Hanmore using ANPR technology and forensic phone analysis, arresting him in Hackney the day after the crime.
• Hanmore initially pleaded guilty but later retracted his plea, delaying proceedings significantly; the victim passed away before justice was served.
• On May 20, 2025, Hanmore was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 12 years and placed under a lifelong Sexual Harm Prevention Order.