Afghan asylum seeker guilty of raping girl, 12
#Warwick Crown Court #Nuneaton #Asylum seeker #Sexual assault conviction #Warwickshire Police #Masoud Ahmadi #Child protection
📌 Key Takeaways
- Masoud Ahmadi, a 26-year-old asylum seeker, was convicted of raping and assaulting a 12-year-old girl.
- The attack occurred in a public park in Nuneaton in November 2023.
- Police described the sexual offenses as 'extremely horrific' and praised the victim's bravery during the trial.
- Ahmadi remains in custody and faces a severe prison sentence at an upcoming hearing.
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Criminal Justice, Public Safety, Human Rights
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