Hove Horror: Man Jailed for Stalking and Assaulting Women with Fake Fitness Tips
A 59-year-old man from Hove has been locked up after terrifying women with a chilling spree of public sexual assaults.
Fattah Derrahi, of Farm Road, admitted to 11 counts of sexual assault against different women from September 2021 to October 2025, the court heard.
Predator’s Sick Trick: Fake Fitness Advice Used to Grope Women
Derrahi targeted lone women out jogging or walking. He approached them with false fitness, breathing, or well-being tips.
His usual tactic? Complimenting their “energy” or physical shape — then making unwanted sexual advances.
On multiple occasions, he pretended to demonstrate stretches or movements — using this as a cover to grope his victims.
Clear Pattern of Abuse Uncovered by Police
Lewes Crown Court revealed Derrahi’s attacks followed a sinister, repeated pattern over the years, leaving victims traumatised.
After several women bravely stepped forward, Sussex Police connected the dots, arrested Derrahi, and he soon confessed to all charges.
Justice Served: Prison Sentence for Derrahi, Victims Praised
Derrahi has now been sentenced to prison, ending his disturbing campaign of abuse.
“We want to praise the bravery of all victims who came forward. Your courage was crucial in bringing this offender to justice,”
said Sussex Police.
Officers urged anyone affected by similar assaults to report them, promising every complaint will be taken seriously and fully investigated.
