MOHAMMED CHAUDRY AND SHOCKING SEXUAL OFFENCE IN MANCHESTER
A convicted sex offender, Mohammed Chaudry, was recently involved in a disturbing incident in Manchester that has raised serious concerns about public safety and vigilant policing.The incident came to light when an alert passer-by observed a troubling scene involving Chaudry, 41 years old, who was sitting in his Vauxhall Astra.
The woman noticed two teenagers in the car, both heavily intoxicated, with one of them appearing to be suffering from the effects of nitrous oxide inhalation.
What drew her immediate concern was the behavior of the young girls; one of them was reportedly foaming at the mouth, indicating a potentially dangerous overdose or extreme intoxication.
According to court reports and police statements, her suspicions were heightened when Chaudry called out to her, saying, "My friends fancy you, will you get in?" This unsolicited and flirtatious remark prompted her to contact law enforcement without delay, fearing the safety of the teenagers and the implications of Chaudry's conduct.
She promptly reported the incident, and law enforcement authorities circulated the details of the vehicle to nearby patrols.
The police managed to locate the vehicle at approximately 2:50 a.m.
on July 15, as it was traveling along Edge Lane, heading out of Liverpool towards the M62 motorway.
The officers who intercepted Chaudry confirmed that he was behind the wheel of the vehicle and found him to be a registered sex offender with a known record of previous convictions, particularly for offenses involving minors.
The two girls in the car were identified as a 15-year-old girl, who was celebrating her birthday that very day, and a 17-year-old.
Further investigations revealed through Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) footage that the vehicle had been circulating in and around Liverpool for approximately three and a half hours prior to being stopped.
When tested, Chaudry’s breathalyzer results indicated that he was over the legal alcohol limit for driving.
In addition to this, police found in the car a small quantity of cocaine and cannabis, along with several empty alcohol bottles.
The teenagers, too, were visibly intoxicated, confirming their heavy substance use.
The girls’ accounts to police painted a troubling picture.
They claimed to know Chaudry by the nickname ‘Mo,’ but later admitted that they did not really know him at all.
The older girl recounted that they had been driving in the Eccles area when Chaudry pulled up alongside them and asked if they wanted to get in his car; they agreed to do so.
She explained that she went to look after her younger friend after they entered the vehicle.
Both teenagers admitted to consuming alcohol and inhaling nitrous oxide gases from balloons during the course of the night.
Chaudry had driven them around Liverpool city center for some time after they entered his vehicle.
Court testimony indicated that during this period, he engaged in inappropriate behavior, including kissing the younger girl and touching her friend's thigh.
It was also revealed in court that Chaudry had previously shown the girls a knife, which frightened the older girl and made her want to leave, but she felt unable to do so as they did not know the area well.
The situation escalated further when Chaudry stopped at a shop on London Road in the city center.
It was at this point that the vigilant woman, the passer-by, observed his behavior and became increasingly concerned for the teenagers’ safety.
Despite her efforts, the younger girl declined to cooperate with police investigations.
However, the 17-year-old teenager was more forthcoming, confirming that all three had been inhaling gas from balloons, which significantly impaired their judgment.
In her victim impact statement, the 17-year-old expressed her fears stating that if the vehicle had not been stopped, she was deeply worried about what might have happened.
She emphasized that they did not know what Chaudry was truly capable of doing, and his actions could have led to even more serious consequences.
Mohammed Chaudry, who resides on Chester Road in Stretford, had prior convictions linked to crimes involving minors.
Notably, in June 2013, he was convicted of causing or inciting underage girls into prostitution.
His latest offenses led to a guilty plea on charges of sexual assault and engaging in sexual activity, as well as possession of cocaine and cannabis, and driving under the influence of alcohol.
During sentencing at Liverpool Crown Court, Judge Denis Watson, KC, sentenced Chaudry to two and a half years in prison.
The judge highlighted that Chaudry exploited the teenagers' intoxication to commit the sexual offenses.
Additionally, Chaudry was banned from driving for 23 months, ordered to register as a sex offender for life, and issued with an indefinite Sexual Harm Prevention Order.
A restraining order was also put in place to prevent any contact with the victims.
The judge commended the woman who reported the incident, recognizing her bravery and vigilance in preventing what could have been a far worse outcome.
Defense attorney Matthew Stewart acknowledged that Chaudry accepted his actions were utterly inappropriate, citing personal struggles such as the death of his uncle—a paternal figure—and the end of a lengthy relationship of six years.
Stewart also stated that Chaudry cares for his disabled mother and that he had turned to alcohol, cocaine, and cannabis as a way of coping with his emotional distress.
Chaudry had been on remand for five months prior to sentencing and reportedly used that time to reflect and engage in constructive activities.
Following the court proceedings, Detective Inspector Alan Nuttall expressed concern about the severity of this case, emphasizing the psychological trauma inflicted upon the teenage victims.
He also extended gratitude to the public for their vigilance and support, which led to the swift apprehension of the offender.
Inspector Nuttall reaffirmed the commitment of Merseyside Police in protecting individuals from sexual abuse and violence, urging anyone who has experienced similar criminal acts to come forward and report incidents without fear of judgment.
The police have dedicated teams ready to handle such cases with sensitivity and thoroughness, ensuring that all reports are taken seriously and followed up diligently.
