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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jack Hudson

Mother who falsely accused 10 men of raping her has prison term increased

Stacey Sharples, 31, made false reports causing men to be held in custody at police stations, lose jobs and partners, and be separated from their children. - (Greater Manchester Police)

A serial liar who falsely accused 10 men of raping her has had her prison sentence increased by two-and-a-half years after the Court of Appeal ruled her original term was “unduly lenient”.

Stacey Sharples, 31, made false reports causing men to be held in custody at police stations, lose jobs and partners, and be separated from their children.

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