Ricky Shepherd, 47, is on trial at Bournemouth Crown Court for multiple sexual offenses, including rape, stemming from an incident on November 24, 2023. The complainant, after socializing at a military base, accepted an invitation to sleep in Shepherd’s bed but made it clear she only wanted to sleep. Prosecutor Richard Onslow presented WhatsApp messages showing her withdrawal of consent. The complainant testified that despite being partly undressed, she remained distant and communicated her lack of interest. Shepherd denies the charges, claiming the encounter was consensual, suggesting the complainant may feel embarrassed about it.
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