A man has been jailed for 14 years after he attempted to rape a teenage girl in Morecambe.
Florin Panainte, 38, of no fixed address, attacked the girl at an address in the town in October last year.
The victim disclosed what had happened to family members and Panainte was arrested later the same day in Morecambe.
Following a trial at Preston Crown Court, a jury found Panainte guilty of attempted rape.
He returned to the dock for sentencing on June 26, where he was handed a 14-year sentence comprising nine years in prison and a five-year extended licence period.
The court also imposed a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for 20 years and a restraining order lasting 20 years.
Detective Constable Sam Ripley, of Lancaster CID's Child Protection Team, welcomed the sentence.
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He said: "This was an abhorrent offence committed against a teenage girl.
"He tried to rape her and only the girl’s bravery stopped the attack.
"I welcome the prison sentence and extended licence which the judge imposed on Florin Panainte.
"If you have been the victim of a sexual assault, please report it.
"You will be supported, and we will investigate thoroughly to bring the offender to justice.
"Violence against women and girls will not be tolerated by Lancashire Police."
Lancashire Police praised the victim for coming forward and said officers remain committed to supporting victims and bringing offenders to justice.
Anyone affected by sexual violence can report incidents to police by calling 101, or 999 in an emergency.
Support is also available through specialist victim support services.
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