ADNAN AHMED FROM GLASGOW JAILED FOR THREATENING WOMEN IN DISTURBING PREDATORY BEHAVIOUR
In October 2019, a man known as Adnan Ahmed, also self-styled as Addy A-game, was sentenced to two years in prison for his alarming and predatory conduct towards young women in Glasgow and Lanarkshire.The 38-year-old resident of Maryhill, Glasgow, was convicted last month of engaging in threatening and abusive behavior towards five women, some as young as 16 and 21 years old.
Following revelations brought to light by the BBC’s investigative program, The Social, police launched a comprehensive investigation into Ahmed’s activities earlier this year.
It was uncovered that Ahmed had been secretly filming himself approaching numerous women in public spaces across Glasgow and Lanarkshire.
His actions included not only filming but also posting videos online where he offered advice to other men on how to manipulate women, including tips on overcoming what he termed “last-minute resistance” to sexual activity.
One such video contained audio of a woman during an intimate moment, recorded without her consent.
During the trial, five women provided harrowing testimonies about their encounters with Ahmed.
They recounted instances where he approached them in Glasgow city centre and in Uddingston, South Lanarkshire, often intimidating and making them feel uncomfortable.
One young woman, aged 16, described how Ahmed approached her in a secluded lane in Uddingston in 2016, calling her “pretty,” attempting to obtain her phone number, and making her feel uneasy.
She managed to walk away from the situation.
Another woman, who was in court, broke down emotionally as she described how Ahmed followed her through Glasgow city centre and physically grabbed her head in an attempt to kiss her.
Further details emerged during the proceedings, revealing that Ahmed’s predatory behavior was part of a broader pattern linked to a global network of so-called “pick-up artists.” These individuals practice what they refer to as “game,” a term used within this online community to describe techniques aimed at seducing women.
The BBC investigation led to the removal of hundreds of videos from YouTube and the deactivation of two channels associated with Ahmed—one called Addy A-Game and another named Street Attraction—highlighting the widespread concern over such online content.
Prior to sentencing, a social worker prepared a background report on Ahmed, describing his conduct as “entrenched” and indicative of a troubling pattern of behavior.
During the court proceedings, his defense lawyer, Donna Armstrong, acknowledged his remorse, stating, “The accused accepts he was convicted and will change the way he speaks to women.” Sheriff Lindsay Wood, presiding over the case, sentenced Ahmed to two years in prison, with the sentence backdated to January, when he was first remanded in custody.
The sheriff also ordered that Ahmed be placed on the sex offenders register for a period of ten years.
In his remarks, Sheriff Wood emphasized the seriousness of Ahmed’s actions, noting that he had shown a lack of remorse and that his behavior had caused significant distress to his victims.
He warned that Ahmed’s notoriety and reputation serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of such inappropriate conduct, urging the public to be vigilant against similar behavior by others.
