IMRAN HUSSAIN FROM BRADFORD SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT ON 16-YEAR-OLD GIRL IN WAKEFIELD ROAD
In December 2013, a young man from Bradford was convicted of a serious sexual assault that took place in Wakefield Road, leading to his subsequent imprisonment.Imran Hussain, aged 18, was found guilty by a Bradford Crown Court jury of attempting to rape and sexually assault a 16-year-old girl.
The jury reached their verdict through majority decision, with a 10-2 vote on both charges, late in the day.
Following the conviction, the trial judge, Mr.
Justice Keith, sentenced Hussain to serve 18 months in a young offender institution for the attempted rape.
Additionally, he imposed a three-month sentence for sexual assault, which was to run concurrently with the primary sentence.
The judge emphasized the gravity of the offence, stating, “Rape is a very serious offence.” Mr.
Justice Keith also addressed Hussain’s personal circumstances during sentencing.
He described Hussain as a “very immature boy” who lacked significant life experience and was vulnerable due to his learning difficulties.
The judge noted that Hussain had never had the opportunity to explore his own sexuality fully.
Despite these factors, the judge underscored the importance of protecting women from harm, regardless of the offender’s age, immaturity, or vulnerabilities.
Hussain, who resides on Jasmine Terrace in Listerhills, Bradford, was ordered to serve at least half of his sentence before being eligible for release.
Furthermore, he was placed on the Sexual Offenders’ Register for a period of ten years.
Details of the incident revealed that the assault occurred on the afternoon of June 11.
The victim was attacked in a subway located on Wakefield Road at the junction with Prospect Street and Bowling Back Lane.
According to court proceedings, Hussain followed the girl before physically assaulting her by grabbing her hair, kicking her in the stomach, and then pulling down his trousers while demanding she perform a sexual act.
The girl, fearing she was about to be raped, shouted for help, which drew attention to the situation.
During the incident, Hussain was disturbed by a mother who was on her way to collect a pupil from Bowling Park School.
The girl managed to escape towards the school, and Hussain fled the scene in a different direction.
Prosecutor Jayne Beckett, reading from the victim’s personal statement, described the emotional and psychological impact of the attack.
The girl was left shaken, scared, unable to sleep, and developed a fear of going out alone, especially in dark or enclosed spaces like subways.
In mitigation, Hussain’s barrister, Tina Landale, argued that the assault was not premeditated.
She highlighted Hussain’s sexual immaturity and lack of knowledge about puberty and sexual health.
She also pointed out that Hussain had already spent 140 days under curfew, monitored by an electronic tag, as part of the legal proceedings.
Throughout the trial, Hussain was accompanied by a professional helper due to his learning difficulties, ensuring he received appropriate support during the legal process.
