A rapist has been thrown in jail for eight years after police were able to find his DNA on his victim's teddy bear.
64-year-old Bardhyl Mustafaj's victim used the toy to push him away, which provided the crucial evidence needed to lock him up.
Mustafaj, from Greenwich, was jailed yesterday (Friday, January 19) for four counts of rape, having been convicted at Wood Green Crown Court late last year.
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Detective Constable Sam Orchard said: "I would firstly like to commend the victim for her bravery in reporting this crime so quickly; she went through the most horrendous ordeal.
"This allowed officers to promptly get to work, forensically analysing the crime scene, gathering a range of DNA evidence, interviewing potential witnesses and locating the suspect.
“Their relentless attention to detail meant that no stone was left unturned. A key piece of evidence was the presence of Mustafaj’s DNA on the teddy bear which the victim used to push him off when he tried to kiss her.
“Mustafaj is now behind bars for a considerable time and will not be able to prey on other vulnerable women.
“We would encourage any victims of sexual assault to come forward to the police. You will be listened to and we will work hard to support you while we investigate what has happened.”
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