Abdullah Shahnamy, 44, from Elizabeth Walk, Reading, has been locked up for nine-and-a-half years following a shocking sexual assault case. The Reading Crown Court handed down the sentence on Thursday, 4 December.
Sham Profile Led to Horrific Attack
Shahnamy created a fake Grindr profile impersonating a 26-year-old man. Using the alias, he matched with a man in his twenties and arranged to meet in east Reading on 31 October 2024. What followed was a brutal attack inside Shahnamy’s car, where he raped and sexually assaulted the victim.
Trial and Sentencing Details
- After a six-day trial, Shahnamy was found guilty on 2 September by a majority verdict.
- Charges include one count of rape, one of sexual assault, and three counts of sexual activity without consent.
- He was arrested on 25 February 2024 and charged on 1 March.
Life on Sex Offender Register and Long-Term Order
Alongside his prison sentence, Shahnamy must comply with a 20-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order. He will also remain on the sex offenders register for life, ensuring ongoing monitoring by authorities.
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