TASIR MOHAMMADI FROM BECCLES ESCAPES JAIL AFTER ONLINE PREDATOR STING IN LONDON ROAD
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Beccles Child Sexual Abuser
In a case that has sent shockwaves through the local community of Beccles, Tasir Mohammadi, aged 39, narrowly avoided a prison sentence after being caught in a covert operation conducted by vigilant paedophile hunters. The incident, which unfolded over a period of more than a year, highlights the dangers lurking in online spaces and the efforts of community groups to protect vulnerable children from exploitation.
According to court proceedings, Mohammadi believed he was engaging in conversations with a 13-year-old boy named 'Adam.' However, the individual on the other end of the chat was actually an undercover decoy operated by a group of online vigilantes dedicated to catching predators. The communication between Mohammadi and the decoy began in November 2018, with the two exchanging messages on a chat application before progressing to phone contact via WhatsApp, as detailed by prosecutor Peter Clark during the trial at Ipswich Crown Court.
During their exchanges, 'Adam' mentioned being only 13 years old, referencing school and homework, which was intended to establish the decoy's age and innocence. Mohammadi, however, falsely claimed to be 30 years old and stated that he owned a car wash business. The court heard that he sent explicit images and a video to the decoy, whom he believed was located in Scotland. In December 2019, Mohammadi attempted to arrange a meeting, further demonstrating his intent to engage in inappropriate contact.
In a disturbing development, Mohammadi disclosed his full postal address to 'Adam' after the decoy expressed a desire to send him a Christmas card. This act of sharing personal details was part of the grooming process, which was ultimately uncovered when police were alerted in March 2019. Mohammadi was subsequently arrested and taken into custody. During police interviews, he chose to remain silent, offering no comment in response to the charges.
He was formally charged in June 2020 with attempted sexual communication with a child and attempting to cause a child to watch a sexual act. Mohammadi pleaded guilty to both offences on November 3 of the previous year. The case was brought before Judge Rupert Overbury, who delivered the sentencing on Thursday.
In his remarks, Judge Overbury acknowledged Mohammadi's prior good character but emphasized that his actions had irreparably damaged his reputation. The judge also noted that Mohammadi would now be classified as a registered sex offender for the next ten years, a measure that will impose significant restrictions on his liberty and daily life. The judge described the grooming as relatively unsophisticated, pointing out that Mohammadi posted his own picture and shared his address during the Christmas period, which facilitated the police investigation.
As part of his sentence, Mohammadi received a 12-month prison term, suspended for two years. He was also ordered to complete 180 hours of unpaid community work, participate in up to 40 days of rehabilitative activities, and engage with the Maps for Change programme. Additionally, he was handed a ten-year sexual harm prevention order and mandated to register as a sex offender for the same period. The case underscores the ongoing threat posed by online predators and the importance of vigilance in safeguarding children from exploitation.
According to court proceedings, Mohammadi believed he was engaging in conversations with a 13-year-old boy named 'Adam.' However, the individual on the other end of the chat was actually an undercover decoy operated by a group of online vigilantes dedicated to catching predators. The communication between Mohammadi and the decoy began in November 2018, with the two exchanging messages on a chat application before progressing to phone contact via WhatsApp, as detailed by prosecutor Peter Clark during the trial at Ipswich Crown Court.
During their exchanges, 'Adam' mentioned being only 13 years old, referencing school and homework, which was intended to establish the decoy's age and innocence. Mohammadi, however, falsely claimed to be 30 years old and stated that he owned a car wash business. The court heard that he sent explicit images and a video to the decoy, whom he believed was located in Scotland. In December 2019, Mohammadi attempted to arrange a meeting, further demonstrating his intent to engage in inappropriate contact.
In a disturbing development, Mohammadi disclosed his full postal address to 'Adam' after the decoy expressed a desire to send him a Christmas card. This act of sharing personal details was part of the grooming process, which was ultimately uncovered when police were alerted in March 2019. Mohammadi was subsequently arrested and taken into custody. During police interviews, he chose to remain silent, offering no comment in response to the charges.
He was formally charged in June 2020 with attempted sexual communication with a child and attempting to cause a child to watch a sexual act. Mohammadi pleaded guilty to both offences on November 3 of the previous year. The case was brought before Judge Rupert Overbury, who delivered the sentencing on Thursday.
In his remarks, Judge Overbury acknowledged Mohammadi's prior good character but emphasized that his actions had irreparably damaged his reputation. The judge also noted that Mohammadi would now be classified as a registered sex offender for the next ten years, a measure that will impose significant restrictions on his liberty and daily life. The judge described the grooming as relatively unsophisticated, pointing out that Mohammadi posted his own picture and shared his address during the Christmas period, which facilitated the police investigation.
As part of his sentence, Mohammadi received a 12-month prison term, suspended for two years. He was also ordered to complete 180 hours of unpaid community work, participate in up to 40 days of rehabilitative activities, and engage with the Maps for Change programme. Additionally, he was handed a ten-year sexual harm prevention order and mandated to register as a sex offender for the same period. The case underscores the ongoing threat posed by online predators and the importance of vigilance in safeguarding children from exploitation.