A former mayor of Wisbech has been convicted of raping a woman at her home in the town.

Aigars Balsevics, 42, went to the woman’s home on May 24 in 2021.

While there he raped the victim, despite her crying and repeatedly telling him no.

When she tried to get away Balsevics stopped her from leaving the room and raped her again.

After the attack, the distressed victim contacted two friends who arrived at the property and Balsevics left.

The woman reported what happened to police and Balsevics was arrested in the early hours of the following day (May 25).

Cambs Times: The former mayor of Wisbech, Aigars Balsevics, has been convicted of raping a woman at her home in the town.The former mayor of Wisbech, Aigars Balsevics, has been convicted of raping a woman at her home in the town. (Image: Cambridgeshire Constabulary)

Balsevics, of Burcroft Road, Wisbech, denied two charges of rape and went on trial at Peterborough Crown Court.

Yesterday (July 31) he was found guilty on both counts. He will be sentenced at the same court on August 11.

DC Katie Housham said: “I would like to commend the victim for her bravery throughout and I hope this conviction will help her as she tries to rebuild her life.

“Balsevics ignored her repeated pleas for him to stop and even refused to let her leave when she tried to get away. I’m pleased he has now faced justice for his actions.

“I would like to encourage anyone who has been the victim of a sexual offence to report it to the police.

“Your report will be taken very seriously, and we will always treat you with the utmost sensitivity and respect.”

If you or someone you love has been the victim of a serious sexual offence, there are support options available on Cambridgeshire Constabulary’s rape and sexual assault page.