Two Afghan Teen Asylum Seekers Sentenced for Rape of UK Teen in Warwickshire Park
LEAMINGTON, England — Two teenage asylum seekers from Afghanistan were sentenced to lengthy prison terms after pleading guilty to raping a 15-year-old girl in a Warwickshire park earlier this year. Jan Jahanzeb, 17, received a sentence of 10 years and eight months, while Israr Niazal, also 17, was sentenced to nine years and 10 months. Both will start their sentences in a Young Offenders’ Institution before transfer to adult prisons.
The incident occurred on May 10, when the victim was spending time with friends in Leamington. Police reports indicate that Jahanzeb and Niazal approached the group and engaged the teenage girl in conversation. They then persuaded her to join them for a walk, leading her to Newbold Comyn park, where the assault took place, according to statements from Warwickshire Police.
After the attack, the victim bravely flagged down a passerby who contacted local authorities. Detectives launched an immediate investigation, utilizing CCTV footage and photographs the victim had taken earlier in the day on her phone. These efforts led to the identification and arrest of the two suspects.
Both Jahanzeb and Niazal were charged with rape and appeared before the youth court in Coventry, where they admitted to the charges. At their sentencing hearing at Warwick Crown Court, reporting restrictions were lifted, revealing their identities and asylum seeker status.
The judge also imposed indefinite restraining orders and placed both men on the Sex Offenders’ Register for life. Detective Chief Inspector Richard Hobbs commended the victim’s courage and the professionalism of the officers involved, noting that specially trained detectives provided support throughout the investigation and prosecution.
“This was a hugely traumatic incident, and I can’t speak highly enough of the victim for the bravery she has shown,” Hobbs said in an official statement. He added that the severity of the sentences reflects the gravity of the crime and the offenders’ deliberate actions to befriend the victim with the intent to harm.
This case has drawn attention amid ongoing national discussions about asylum seekers and public safety in the U.K. The Home Office continues to manage asylum claims and works closely with law enforcement to ensure community safety.
Legal experts emphasize the importance of swift justice in sexual assault cases, and the U.K.’s Crown Prosecution Service has reiterated its commitment to prosecuting offenders effectively. Meanwhile, local authorities in Warwickshire are encouraging victims of sexual violence to come forward and seek support through dedicated services.
For more information on victim support and reporting procedures, the UK government’s official crime reporting portal offers resources and guidance.
The sentencing marks a significant moment in addressing violent crime involving vulnerable individuals and asylum seekers, underscoring the judicial system’s role in protecting the community and upholding justice.
Leave a Reply