ADAM MOHAMMED SENTENCED IN EXETER FOR RAPE OF UNIVERSITY STUDENT
A 24-year-old man named Adam Mohammed, residing on New Bridge Street in Exeter, has been sentenced to eight years in prison after being convicted of raping a student at Exeter University.The assault took place in March 2021 within the confines of the university's student accommodation, an incident that has shocked the local community and the university itself.
Mohammed was found guilty of the serious charge at Exeter Crown Court during a trial held in June 2023.
The court heard that the attack was both brazen and predatory, occurring while the victim was asleep in her dormitory.
The university, in response to the incident, issued a statement emphasizing that such events are exceedingly rare at Exeter and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the victim through her recovery process.
During the sentencing hearing, Judge David Evans expressed his firm judgment that Mohammed’s visit to the university in March 2021 was motivated by a desire to find a social gathering where he could meet women.
The court was informed that Mohammed had engaged in sexually suggestive comments during a night of socializing within the accommodation block, indicating a pattern of predatory behavior.
The victim, who was feeling unwell that night, had left her door slightly open around midnight so her friends could check on her.
It was during this vulnerable moment that Mohammed entered her room and committed the assault while she was asleep.
The court was told that she woke up to find him assaulting her, and in her distress, she pushed him away and fled to a friend's room for safety.
The trauma from the incident was so severe that she eventually moved out of her accommodation to escape the memories.
DNA evidence, which linked Mohammed to the crime scene, was presented during the trial.
Despite denying the allegations, Mohammed’s biological material was found on the victim’s clothing, confirming his involvement.
The police, represented by Detective Constable Alex Powe of Devon and Cornwall Police, highlighted that Mohammed exploited the victim’s sleep to carry out the assault.
Powe expressed relief that Mohammed would now serve a significant prison term, stating, “Mohammed took advantage of the victim while she was asleep.
I am pleased that he will now serve a considerable amount of time in prison where he can no longer be a threat to women.” He also praised the courage and resilience of the victim and her friends, acknowledging their perseverance in seeking justice.
As part of his sentence, Mohammed will be registered as a sex offender for life, ensuring ongoing monitoring of his conduct in the future.
The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding within university communities and the relentless pursuit of justice for victims of sexual violence.
